Author: Annelyn Russ

Mike Johnson Elected As New House Speaker

The lawmaker gained the support of all 220 Republican members in attendance, surpassing the 215-vote total that was required.

The House officially has a new speaker. On Wednesday, Louisiana Republican Mike Johnson was elected as the new speaker of the House ending three weeks of uncertainty since the historic ousting of Kevin McCarthy. The lawmaker gained the support of all 220 Republican members in attendance, surpassing the 215-vote total that was required. Johnson shared his plans over the next…

Mass Shooting Leaves At Least 18 People Dead And Others Injured

Card is a certified firearms instructor and a member of the U.S. Army Reserves. Police say he should be considered armed and dangerous.

An intensive man hunt is currently under way for a person of interest in connection to a mass shooting. At least 18 people were killed and dozens were left injured in the shooting that took place at a restaurant and a bowling alley in Lewiston, Maine. 40-year-old Robert Card is being sought as a person of interest. Card is a…

Bill Murray Spotted Eating At A Restaurant In Georgetown

Murray is known to be spotted around the Charleston area as well as other parts of the Low Country.

A well known person in the entertainment industry dropped by downtown Georgetown for a bite to eat. Bill Murray was spotted Monday night at the Root restaurant located on Front Street. Their sous chef, Micah, snapped a picture with him and shared it on social media referring to Murray as a ‘legend’. The comedian is best known for his skits…

A Corn And Costume Event Is Set To Be Held In Conway

Children can come dressed as farmers for a costume contest which will start at 11:30a.m. and participants must be prepared to answer what their favorite crop grown in Horry County is and why.

A Corn and Costume event is set to be held in Conway. Everyone is invited to head out and learn how corn is grown and used in local farm communities. Attendees will also have the opportunity to shell corn and learn the many ways that the crop can be cooked. Children can come dressed as farmers for a costume contest…

‘National Prescription Drug Take Back Day’ Events

Improperly disposing of prescription drugs can have severe consequences, which is why any and everyone is encouraged to bring their medications to the event.

Several Grand Strand Law Enforcement and Healthcare agencies are teaming up to host an event in honor of ‘National Prescription Drug Take Back Day’. Drug takeback events aim to give people the opportunity to properly dispose of unused, old or expired prescription medication that may accumulate in their homes. Improperly disposing of prescription drugs can have severe consequences, which is…

Several Suspicious Fire Outbreaks Prompt Concerns Over Acts Of Arson

The fire department has handled around 16 fires at abandoned houses and a few others at dumpsters.

Since January, there has been several fire out breaks in the Maxton Community of Robeson County. Maxton Fire Chief Shawn Phillips explained they have handled around 16 fires at abandoned houses and a few others at dumpsters. He added that the fires are igniting at night and are more than likely the work of an arsonist. Phillips says he needs…

17-Year-Old Arrested In Connection To Two Separate Shooting Incidents

The suspect faces three counts of attempted murder, three counts of possession of a weapon during a violent crime and two counts of criminal conspiracy.

A juvenile is now facing charges stemming from two separate shooting incidents. 17-year-old Jordan Singletary was arrested on Friday and faces three counts of attempted murder, three counts of possession of a weapon during a violent crime and two counts of criminal conspiracy. One incident occurred on July 7th when Singletary and another juvenile allegedly drove-by and shot someone in…

Recall Placed On Collard Greens Sold At Kroger Grocery Stores

If you have purchased the affected product you are urged to dispose of it or return it to a store for a full refund.

Bags of collard greens sold in Kroger grocery stores across 10 states including South Carolina, have been recalled. The recall covers 16-ounce bags of the vegetable supplied by Baker Farms, that could have been possibly contaminated with listeria. The disease can cause severe illness in people with weakened immune systems including pregnant people, older adults as well as young children….

33 States Are Suing Meta For Its Effects On Young Users

The lawsuit alleges that the tech giant has knowingly exploited young users, collected data from them without their parents' consent.

33 states including North and South Carolina, are suing Meta. The lawsuit alleges that the tech giant has knowingly exploited young users, collected data from them without their parents’ consent and misled the public about risks. The complaint also alleges that Meta has attracted young users with addictive features including infinite scroll on Instagram, push notifications, and temporary stories that…

A Fourth Defendant In Georgia’s Election Interference Case Pleads Guilty

This marks the fourth guilty plea in the case confirming three total high-profile people have agreed to accept responsibility for their roles.

A fourth defendant in Georgia’s case alleging efforts to overturn Donald Trump’s 2020 election loss, has pleaded guilty. Attorney and prominent conservative media figure Jenna Ellis was a vocal part of Trump’s reelection campaign and was charged alongside the former president and 17 others with violating the state’s anti-racketeering law. Ellis pleaded guilty to one felony count of aiding and…