Author: Annelyn Russ

Oil Prices Rise After OPEC+ Announcement

With the oil prices rising, inflation is expected to remain higher for longer, adding pressure to consumers world wide.

Oil prices rose after OPEC+ producers announced they are cutting production. The global benchmark of Brent Crude rose 5.31% to $84.13 and the U.S. benchmark of WTI, jumped 5.48% to $79.83. With the oil prices rising, inflation is expected to remain higher for longer, adding pressure to consumers world wide. Saudi Arabia said it would start ‘a voluntary reduction’ in…

New Information Revealed Regarding The Chinese Spy Balloon

The balloon was capable of transmitting U.S. data back to Beijing in real time.

New information has been released about the Chinese balloon that flew across the United States. The suspected spy balloon, controlled by Beijing, was able to make multiple passes over several sites in a figure-8 movement before it was shot down on February 4th. U.S. officials shared that the intelligence China was able to collect was mostly from electronic signals that…

Death Toll Rises To 32 After Several Severe Storms

Parts of the South are still experiencing severe weather threats as of Monday.

Over the weekend, severe storms made their way across parts of the South and Midwest. The storms began on Friday, with the country reporting over 50 tornados in at least seven states through the weekend. Tornadoes ripped the roofs off of infrastructure and tore down homes and businesses. As of Sunday, the death toll rose to 32. Parts of the…

Firefighter Prep Event For Women To Be Hosted By MBFD

The event is set for April 12th from 6-8p.m. at Fire Station No. 3 located at 2108 South Kings Highway.

The Myrtle Beach Fire Department is hosting a women’s firefighter prep event. The event is set for April 12th from 6-8p.m. at Fire Station No. 3 located at 2108 South Kings Highway. Participants must be 18 or older and there is no registration required. Those interested will be given the opportunity to speak with team members and try on turn-out…

Pelicans Meet And Greet To Be Hosted At RipTydz

Fans will be able to meet the 2023 Opening Day squad on Tuesday from 6 to 7:30p.m. at RipTydz Oceanfront Grille.

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans will host their first meet and greet of the season. Fans will be able to meet the 2023 Opening Day squad on Tuesday from 6 to 7:30p.m. at RipTydz Oceanfront Grille. All ages are welcome to attend for team introductions and an autograph session. Fans are advised to bring their own items for the players and…

Possible Project On Postal Way Funded By ‘Private Money’

Developers are requesting for the Horry County Planning Commission to rezone a piece of land along Postal Way Road.

A side road in Carolina Forest could soon see major developments. Developers are requesting for the Horry County Planning Commission to rezone a piece of land along Postal Way Road. If approved it would be possible to add over one thousand residential and commercial units along the road including town-homes, single-family homes, and businesses. The plans would allow three additional…

One Injured And Another Arrested In Georgetown County Stabbing

Identities of those involved have not been publicly released. However, deputies assured that there was no threat to the public.

A stabbing occurred in Georgetown County Thursday night that resulted in one injured. The incident happened at a residence on Indian Hut Road near Andrews. One person was transported to a hospital and is being treated for injuries. Another person is currently in custody. Identities of those involved have not been publicly released. However, deputies assured that there was no…

Utility Worker Attacked And The Suspect Is Still At Large

A man was working on a power pole in the area of North Bethel Road in Florence County when he was stabbed by another man who appeared to be in his 20's.

On Tuesday, a utility worker was attacked while working near Scranton in Florence County. A man was working on a power pole in the area of North Bethel Road when he was stabbed by another man who appeared to be in his 20’s. The attacker allegedly approached the worker and asked if he needed help. The victim said no and…

Crossing Guard Injured After Being Struck By A Vehicle

A car failed to stop for the crossing guard on Martin Luther King Drive in front of W.H. Knuckles Elementary School in Robeson County.

On Thursday, a crossing guard was struck by a vehicle. A car failed to stop for the crossing guard on Martin Luther King Drive in front of W.H. Knuckles Elementary School in Robeson County. The crossing guard was transported by medivac to a hospital for treatment and is currently in the critical care unit but is expected to recover. The…

Brazil And China Reach Deal Regarding Currency In Trade

The move is expected to 'reduce costs' as well as 'promote greater bilateral trade and facilitate investment'.

Brazil and China have struck a deal regarding currency and trade. The deal will enable China and Brazil to carry out trade and financial transactions directly using their own currency versus having to convert it to the U.S. dollar first. The move is expected to ‘reduce costs’ as well as ‘promote greater bilateral trade and facilitate investment’. China is Brazil’s…