Author: Annelyn Russ

Boom
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Loud Boom Heard Across Georgetown And Horry Counties

An official with Shaw Air Force Base confirmed that the noise was related to training operations that are going on this week at the South Carolina Electronic Warfare Range.
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Early Wednesday morning, residents in Horry and Georgetown Counties reported hearing a loud boom. Witnesses shared that sound was heard around 3a.m.. An official with Shaw Air Force Base confirmed that the noise was related to training operations that are going on this week at the South Carolina Electronic Warfare Range. Nearly 12 F-16 fighting falcons have been participating in…

Drugs
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Georgetown Deputies Seized Nearly 1,000 Grams Of Fentanyl During Search

Two men were arrested after deputies seized a large amount of drugs and guns while searching a home on Mercer Avenue in Georgetown.
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Two men were arrested after deputies seized a large amount of drugs and guns while searching a home on Mercer Avenue in Georgetown. During the search, authorities found 979 grams of suspected fentanyl, 223 grams of suspected cocaine, 70 grams of suspected marijuana and other drug-trafficking paraphernalia. They also found an unspecified amount of money and nine firearms. 34-year-old Miguel…

Bank
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GPS Helps Lake City Police Locate Bank Robbery Suspect

The bank teller complied when the suspect with a handgun demanded money and was able to place a GPS tracker in with the money.
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We now know additional information on the bank robbery incident that unfolded on Monday. Around 10:30a.m. Lake City police were called to the TD Bank located on West Main Street on reports of an alleged armed robbery. The bank teller complied when the suspect with a handgun demanded money and was able to place a GPS tracker in with the…

Wanted
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Marlboro County Police Apprehended A Wanted Fugitive

An investigation identified 41-year-old Michael Jacobs as the gunman who was considered to be an armed and dangerous fugitive.
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A wanted man out of Marlboro County has now been captured. On October 28th a suspect shot into a motor vehicle with five occupants inside. An investigation identified 41-year-old Michael Jacobs as the gunman who was considered to be an armed and dangerous fugitive. On Monday, Jacobs was apprehended and a search warrant was conducted at his home, where authorities…

Apple
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Apple Rolls Out New Stolen Device Protection Feature

By requiring Face ID or Touch ID for accessing critical parts of the device, a thief would not be able to cause as much damage.
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On Tuesday, Apple released the first beta-test version of IOS 17.3, which includes a new Stolen Device Protection feature. The enhancement will require Face ID or Touch ID with no option to use a passcode when accessing stored passwords, changing Apple ID settings, looking at payment information and disabling Find My iPhone. By requiring Face ID or Touch ID for…

Tesla
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Tesla Recalls 2 Million Vehicles

Tesla has advertised its Driver-Assist features as the top marketing catch but after reviewing reports over the past two years, it is now retracting.
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Tesla has issued a recall on 2 million vehicles. The recall calls on all of its cars on U.S. roads to limit the use of its Autopilot feature after a review of nearly 1,000 crashes in which the feature was engaged. Tesla has advertised its Driver-Assist features as the top marketing catch but after reviewing reports over the past two…

Water
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Amazon, Target And Walmart Take Water Beads Marketed For Children Off Shelves

Three retail giants have announced the water beads will no longer be available for purchase in stores or online.
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Three popular retailers are pulling a product marketed to children. Amazon, Target and Walmart now refuse to sell water beads after government officials, lawmakers and public health professionals called for a ban on the toys. Water beads are tiny balls made up of absorbent polymer material that grows when exposed to water. The products pose health risks to children because…

Ukraine
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Zelensky Visits The White House Seeking More U.S. Assistance

Zelensky attempted to appeal for more assistance while understanding the upcoming challenges his country could face.
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Ukrainian President Zelensky visited the White House Tuesday. Nearly a year ago, President Biden vowed American support for Ukraine. This is a commitment that he has repeatedly confirmed in the 22 months since Russia’s invasion attempt. During Tuesday’s gathering, President Biden pledged the U.S. would provide critical weapons and equipment for “as long as we can.” Zelensky attempted to appeal…

Israel
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UN General Assembly Voted To Demand Humanitarian Ceasefire In Gaza

Of the 193 members, 153 voted in favor while 10 voted against and 23 declined to vote.
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The U.N. General Assembly demanded a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. Of the 193 members, 153 voted in favor while 10 voted against and 23 declined to vote. The U.S. and Israel opposed the resolution and were joined by eight other countries. The voting outcome showed global support for ending the war between Israel and Hamas. Unlike Security Council Resolutions, General…

Parade
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Yuletide Golf Cart Parade Set To Take Place In Surfside

After the parade wraps up, everyone is invited to Memorial Park for the winner's reveal.
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Get your golf carts ready to rev up for an upcoming parade. The Yuletide Christmas Golf Cart Parade is set to kick off in Surfside on Saturday at 1p.m.. Participants will start from 16th Avenue South, turn onto Surfside Drive and end at Poplar Drive. If you’d like to enter your ride, you must register before 5p.m. on Thursday to…

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