Author: Annelyn Russ

Drugs
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Traffic Stop Led To Discovery Of Over 100 Pounds Of Marijuana

If convicted the suspect could face a maximum sentence of 25 years in prison and a $25 thousand fine.
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A traffic stop conducted in Florence County led to the discovery of over 100 pounds of drugs. Florence County deputies attempted a traffic stop on Monday for a moving violation along I-95. The stop led to a search in which deputies discovered nearly $300 thousand worth of marijuana. 34-year-old, Hongzhou Yu, of Covina, California, was arrested and charged with trafficking…

Bank
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One Man Arrested After Conducting Armed Robbery At An Horry County Bank

The robbery was committed the robbery at Anderson Brothers Bank located on 8th Avenue in Aynor.
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A man has been arrested and charged after conducting an armed robbery at a bank in Horry County. On Friday, 75-year-old John Stack Jr., committed the robbery at Anderson Brothers Bank located on 8th Avenue in Aynor. Stack entered and approached the teller line. He then presented a lighter as a gun, demanded cash, and handed a pillowcase to the…

Victim
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Nightclub Shooting Victim Identified

The shooting occurred at the Lava Lounge Nightclub on Sumter Street in Florence after an altercation broke out.
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The identity of the victim that was shot and killed at a nightclub in Florence County, has been publicly released. 22-year-old, Dakyas Belser, was shot and killed on Saturday. The shooting occurred at the Lava Lounge Nightclub on Sumter Street in Florence after an altercation broke out. 45-year-old, Jovan Smith was arrested and charged with murder and possession of a…

Lunch
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Lunchables Approved Into School Lunch Programs

The 'Lunchables Turkey and Cheddar Cracker Stackers' and the 'Lunchables Extra Cheesy Pizza' options will be available for the 2023-24 school year.
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School lunch programs could see an additional option this fall. Kraft Heinz has succeeded in preparing its ready-to-eat packaged Lunchables into school programs. In order for their product to be approved, the company had to reformulate the ingredients to meet federal guidelines first. The meals will consist of ‘improved nutrition’ and will be served in K-12 schools nationwide. The ‘Lunchables…

Riteaid
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The DOJ Files A Lawsuit Against Rite Aid

The Justice Department has accused Rite Aid of knowingly filling unlawful prescriptions for controlled substances.
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The DOJ has filed a lawsuit against a retail drugstore chain that allegedly violated the Controlled Substances Act. The Justice Department has accused Rite Aid of knowingly filling unlawful prescriptions for controlled substances. The DOJ said that they will use every thing they have to hold the company accountable for contributing to the opioid epidemic. Allegedly Rite Aid’s pharmacists continuously…

China
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China Reopens Borders To Tourists After Three Years Of COVID Restrictions

The announcement did not specify whether vaccination certificates or negative COVID-19 tests would be required or not.
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China is set to reopen its borders to tourists and resume issuing visas on Wednesday. China is one of the last major countries to reopen their borders to tourists after a three-year halt during the COVID-19 pandemic. As of Wednesday, all types of visas will resume. Visa-free entry will also resume at destinations such as Hainan Island and cruise ships…

Jinping
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Chinese President Xi Jinping To Speak With Ukrainian President Zelensky

This would be the first time Jinping plans to speak with Zelensky since the Ukraine war first began.
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A plan is in the works for discussions between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. National Security Adviser, Jake Sullivan, said they have been encouraging Jinping to reach out to Zelensky because they believe that the PRC and Jinping should hear directly from the Ukrainian perspective and not just the Russian point of view on the on-going…

Money
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The White House Announces Steps To Lower Everyday Costs For Americans

The new steps are meant to lower out-of-pocket costs for consumers and come amid the possibility of a recession.
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The White House shared their new efforts to lower Americans’ everyday costs. The new steps are meant to lower out-of-pocket costs for consumers and come amid the possibility of a recession. The White House plans to lower the price of health care, home heating, and broadband access. This could impact “tens of millions of seniors, students, and families month-over-month”. The…

Art
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The City Of Myrtle Beach Is Searching For Artists

March 14th marks the deadline for artists to submit their application.
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The city of Myrtle Beach is searching for muralists and bicycle rack sculptors to submit applications to design new installations in the downtown Arts and Innovation District. Anyone interested must submit a request for qualification application to be considered. March 14th marks the deadline for artists to submit their application. The city’s Downtown Development Office, Cultural Resources Committee and Myrtle…

Niki
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Nikki Haley To Host Campaign Rally In Myrtle Beach

On Monday, Haley will host a rally at Horry Georgetown Technical College's Grand Strand campus.
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Former South Carolina Governor, Nikki Haley, is set to make her way to the Grand Strand as part of her campaign for president. On Monday, Haley will host a rally at Horry Georgetown Technical College’s Grand Strand campus. Doors open at 5p.m. and the event will begin an hour later. The former governor and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations…

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