Author: Annelyn Russ

Trump Pleads Not Guilty In Regards To His Third Indictment

The charges are conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiring to obstruct an official proceeding, obstructing a congressional proceeding and conspiracy against voting rights.

On Thursday, Donald Trump appeared in court for the first time in regards to his third indictment in four months. Federal prosecutors allege that the former president was determined to remain in power after losing the 2020 election, and he orchestrated a plot to reverse the results that sparked the January 6th attack on the Capitol in 2021. Trump pleaded…

Rita’s To Host Grand Opening Of North Myrtle Beach Location

Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard is not only celebrating their grand opening, but they are offering free Rita's for a year for the first 50 people in line starting at 3p.m..

On August 3rd, a new sweet treat restaurant is hosting its grand opening in North Myrtle Beach. Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard is not only celebrating their grand opening, but they are offering free Rita’s for a year for the first 50 people in line starting at 3p.m.. From 3-5p.m., the store will also be offering a $2 small…

Georgetown County Schools Start New Year-Round Calendar

They will have two additional breaks on top of the typical Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

On August 3rd, Georgetown County students started the first day of a new modified year-round school calendar. Through the new schedule, students will get out for summer break at the end of May instead of the beginning of June. The summer break will be shortened as a whole as well, but the kids will not lose the original time off….

Former Dillon County Mayor Faces Charges Of Forgery

Corey Jackson was sworn in as mayor in May of 2019 but never served the full term.

Former Dillon County Mayor Corey Jackson was arrested on Wednesday. Jackson was sworn in as mayor in May of 2019 but never served the full term. He was charged with 11 counts of first-degree exploitation of a minor and those charges are still pending. Now, he has been arrested on four counts of forgery, each one $10 thousand or more….

Wanted Suspect Surrendered Himself To Robeson County Police

An investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Robeson County Sheriff's Office.

A man who was wanted by the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, surrendered. 26-year-old Chamberlain Oxendine is charged with first-degree murder and is being held without bond. The charge is in relation to the death of 21-year-old Tazarie Butler. The incident occurred on June 27th shortly after 9p.m. when deputies responded to 135 Beam Road in Lumberton on reports of someone…

Third Arrest Made In Robeson County Murder Investigation

The incident occurred July 26th when Kylon Locklear was found shot in Robeson County and later died at a nearby hospital.

A third arrest has been made in connection to an ongoing murder investigation. On Wednesday, 21-year-old Kinston Locklear was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, two counts of attempted first-degree murder, discharging a weapon into a vehicle, discharging a weapon into an occupied dwelling and felony conspiracy and several more. Two others were previously detained and police are still searching…

Mattel Seeks To Hire New ‘Chief Uno Player’

Now through August 10th those interested can apply for the job. You must be 18 or older to participate and be ready to pack and travel from September 13th to October 7th.

Mattel is seeking to hire one lucky TikToker to become the company’s new ‘Chief Uno Player’. The company is using the video-sharing app to promote its new card game ‘Uno Quatro’ by calling for content creators to apply for the part-time position. Applicants must have a competitive streak, good vibes, and be open to ‘challenging others’ to play this twist…

NASA To Launch Its First Streaming Service

The service will be available via the NASA App on most major platforms as well as the web, at no cost.

NASA announced a new adventure they can share with the world. The agency will be launching its first on-demand streaming service and has teased that users can expect space, rockets, science, missions, and more through its NASA+ service. Viewers will have access to the space agency’s ‘Emmy Award Winning live coverage and views into NASA’s missions through collections of original…

Amazon Extends Grocery Delivery Services To Non-Prime Members

Previously, the retailer only offered its fresh grocery delivery service for Prime members, who pay $139 a year for faster shipping and additional perks.

Amazon is now offering grocery delivery for customers who are not Prime members. Previously, the retailer only offered its fresh grocery delivery service for Prime members, who pay $139 a year for faster shipping and additional perks. Now, Non-Prime members who are interested in trying out the service will pay $13.95 for deliveries under $50, which is $4 more than…

Amazon Adds New ‘Recalls And Safety Alerts’ Notice Page

Amazon shared it monitors public recall alert websites and receives recall information from manufacturers and sellers to keep their users up to date in regards to things they have purchased. 

Amazon has added a new system that aims to keep consumers aware of recalls and safety alerts. There is now a dedicated page in your Amazon account to view items that you’ve purchased that have been recalled. The new system is part of ongoing efforts to assist people in shopping more confidently through their online platform. For years, Amazon has…