Author: Annelyn Russ

Conway Walmart Fire Now Being Investigated As Act Of Arson

No one was injured and the immediate area around the fire was closed off to the public.

A fire that broke out at a Walmart in Conway is being investigated as arson. Around 1:20pm last Monday, Conway firefighters were called to the Walmart located on Church Street on reports of a structure fire. Upon arrival, the flames had been put out. No one was injured and the immediate area around the fire was closed off to the…

One EMT Was Airlifted To A Hospital After Crash Involving Ambulance

An EMT with the Pembroke Rescue Squad had to be airlifted to a hospital with injuries. Their condition is unknown at this time.

A crash occurred in Robeson County involving an emergency vehicle. Just after noon on Tuesday, the ambulance was traveling east on Highway 74 in Pembroke when another vehicle pulled into its path attempting to cross the highway heading south on Highway 710. An EMT with the Pembroke Rescue Squad had to be airlifted to a hospital with injuries. Their condition…

TikTok To Remove Additional Songs Linked To Universal Music Group

Universal's music was licensed to TikTok until earlier this year, but they let the license lapse after failing to reach an agreement over how much the app should pay artists.

If you’ve made TikToks and noticed the sound has been removed from your video, there’s a reason why. Over the past month, the app has silenced songs by artists signed with the Universal Music Group label. Now, TikTok is also having to do the same with writers too. This means the videos featuring songs by artists who have written with…

Toyota Recalls 381,000 Tacoma Trucks

Welding debris left on the ends of the rear axle assembly during manufacturing could cause certain retaining nuts to loosen over time and eventually fall off.

Toyota has placed a recall on 381,000 tacoma trucks. The recall was issued due to an increased risk of crash. Welding debris left on the ends of the rear axle assembly during manufacturing could cause certain retaining nuts to loosen over time and eventually fall off. If this occurs, it could cause a part to separate from the axle. That…

Eye Ointment Products Recalled Due To Risk Of Infection

The recall covers four products under the brands Equate, CVS Health and AACE Pharmaceuticals.

Several brands of lubricant eye ointments are being recalled. The recall was placed due to a risk of infection after inspectors found unsterile conditions at the Indian plant where the products were made. The recall covers four products under the brands Equate, CVS Health and AACE Pharmaceuticals. The ointments were sold nationwide at retailers including CVS and Walmart. For more…

Alabama Senate And House Propose Bill To Protect IVF Medical Providers

The bills would "provide civil and criminal immunity to persons providing goods and services related to IVF, except acts of omission that are intentional and not arising from or related to IVF services."

Last week, Alabama’s Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are children and fall under the state’s Wrongful Death of a Minor Act. The ruling has already prompted clinics in the state to halt some IVF treatments. Tuesday, both the state Senate and House proposed legislations that aim to give anyone who provides in vitro fertilization in the state legal protection….

A Slew Of Wildfires Continue To Sweep Across Texas

Gov. Greg Abbott issued disaster declarations for 60 counties as the main wildfire has grown to the second-largest in the state's history.

A slew of wildfires continue to sweep across Texas Wednesday. The series of blazes, which started on Monday, have prompted evacuations and cut off power to thousands. The fires also forced a brief shutdown of a nuclear weapons facility. Strong winds, dry grass and extremely warm temperatures continue to feed the flames. Gov. Greg Abbott issued disaster declarations for 60…

Marianne Williamson Unsuspends Her Presidential Campaign

Marianna Williamson said Biden is weak and will not beat Trump, which is why she is stepping back in.

Marianne Williamson announced she is “unsuspending” her presidential campaign. The long-shot Biden challenger initially suspended her campaign three weeks ago. Now, she is returning to the race just after Michigan’s primary election. In her returning announcement video, Williamson called Trump a “fascist” who must be defeated. The author also questioned President Biden and his economic agenda. Williamson added that Biden…

President Biden And Donald Trump Secure Wins In Michigan Primaries

Michigan secured Trump's fifth state on the Republican primary calendar. He had 67% of the vote in comparison to his last standing opponent Nikki Haley who had 27%.

President Biden and Donald Trump won the Michigan primaries Tuesday. Michigan secured Trump’s fifth state on the Republican primary calendar. He had 67% of the vote in comparison to his last standing opponent Nikki Haley who had 27%. Though Trump won, Haley performed strongest in areas with colleges and the suburbs shining light on Trump’s weaker area where people believe…

The Gallery On Main In North Myrtle Beach Reopens For Season

The owner hosts workshops where customers can learn about wiretapping, acrylic paint pours and jewelry.

A North Myrtle Beach business has reopened its doors now that the winter season is coming to an end. The Gallery on Main closed for winter break but opened back up Tuesday. The business will be open every Tuesday through Saturday from 10am-4pm. The shop offers jewelry, crafts and artwork by local artisans. The owner also hosts workshops where customers…