Author: Annelyn Russ

Prisoner
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Five Americans Detained In Iran Have Been Released To House Arrest

All five of the American prisoners were imprisoned on unsubstantiated charges of spying.
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Five Americans who were detained in Iran have now been placed under house arrest. Negotiations between Tehran and Washington have been ongoing over the past two years. The two countries reached an agreement to free the Americans in exchange for several jailed Iranians and around $6 billion in Iranian oil revenue. All five of the American prisoners were imprisoned on…

Fires
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Death Toll Rises As Wildfires Rage Across Parts Of Hawaii

The wildfires have been ranked as the second deadliest of the U.S. in the last 100 years and President Biden signed a major disaster declaration for the state.
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The death toll has risen as wildfires continue to burn across Hawaii’s Big Island and Maui. 55 deaths have been recorded so far as the blazes scorch the land leaving major damage and widespread destruction. Thousands of people remain displaced while nearly 11,000 Maui residents are still without power. The fire that engulfed Lahaina has now been 80% contained but…

Bike
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Bike The Beach Event Returning To The Grand Strand

The ride is set to occur on October 15th and will start on Ocean Boulevard between 8th and 9th Avenue North.
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Since 2021, the Bike The Beach event has supported bicycle and pedestrian advocacy efforts throughout the Grand Strand region. The event is a collaborative effort of the City of Myrtle Beach Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee and the Grand Strand Bicycle Club. So far, 40 people have signed up for the fall event this year. The ride is set to occur…

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Funeral And Visitation Scheduled For Late Dillon County Sheriff

Douglas Pernell passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday. He served as sheriff since 2021 and worked in law enforcement for over 30 years.
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Funeral and viewing arrangements have been set for the late Dillon County Sheriff Douglas Pernell. Pernell passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday. He served as sheriff since 2021 and worked in law enforcement for over 30 years. Pernell was the first African American sheriff in Dillon County. Visitation has been scheduled from 12-7p.m. on Saturday at Manning Baptist…

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Fox In Florence Tests Positive For Rabies

DHEC reported that no person was exposed, however one dog was and is currently in quarantine.
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A fox in Florence tested positive for rabies. The animal was located near east Cricklewood Drive and Hopkins Court. DHEC reported that no person was exposed, however one dog was and is currently in quarantine. The fox was submitted to DHEC’s lab for testing and was confirmed to be infected with rabies. If you believe you, someone you know, or…

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Disney Set To Raise Prices On Its Ad-Free Disney+ Plan

The price hikes come amid Disney's efforts to slash $5.5 billion in costs this year.
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Subscribers of two streaming services could soon see a rise in price for their monthly subscription. On Wednesday, Disney announced it would raise prices for its Disney+ services for the second time this year as the company works to narrow its direct to consumer losses and reach profit. Starting October 12th, the company will raise the price of its ad-free…

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Utah Man Shot And Killed By FBI Agents After Alleged Threat To President Biden

In recent months Craig Robertson allegedly posted online threats against other Democratic politicians and prosecutors who have brought cases against Former President Donald Trump.
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On Wednesday a Utah man was shot and killed by FBI agents after making alleged threats against President Biden. In recent months Craig Robertson allegedly posted online threats against other Democratic politicians and prosecutors who have brought cases against Former President Donald Trump. Some of the threats happened just ahead of Biden’s planned trip to Utah Wednesday morning. One threat…

Fires
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At Least 36 Deaths Recorded So Far In Result Of Hawaii’s Wildfires

The blazes broke out on Tuesday as Hurricane Dora brought strong winds, fueling the fires in dry conditions.
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Wildfires continue to burn across Hawaii’s Big Island and Maui. At least 36 deaths have been recorded so far. 11 thousand people have been evacuated from Maui alone with many more expected to leave. Hospitals have been overwhelmed with burn victims and people suffering from smoke inhalation. The Department of Transportation has been working with local airlines to evacuate all…

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Florence Police Are Searching For Four Suspects Accused Of Stealing Dirt Bikes

Four suspects appeared to be wearing hoods and masks to hide their faces as they broke into Generation 3 Powersports and stole four red Honda dirt bikes.
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Florence police are searching for four individuals accused of stealing dirt bikes from a Florence dealership Tuesday morning. The break-in occurred around 2:20a.m.. Four suspects appeared to be wearing hoods and masks to hide their faces as they broke into Generation 3 Powersports and stole four red Honda dirt bikes. Surveillance cameras captured the suspects and the bikes. Anyone with…

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Winning Mega Millions Jackpot Ticket Sold In Florida

Two tickets including one sold in North Carolina, won $2 million by matching all five numbers plus the Megaplier prize.
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It’s an unlucky day for many except for one person who holds the billion dollar winning Mega Millions ticket. One player in Florida matched all six numbers in last night’s drawing to win the estimated $1.58 billion Mega Millions jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a Publix in Neptune Beach. This is the largest jackpot the lottery has ever…

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