Author: Annelyn Russ

Small Plane Crash Leaves Several Injured And Two Dead

The aircraft struck more than a dozen homes and vehicles in a military housing neighborhood.

A small plane crash in Southern California resulted in the death of two people and left several injured. On Thursday, a Cessna 550 crashed near Montgomery-Gibbs executive airport in San Diego. The aircraft struck more than a dozen homes and vehicles in a military housing neighborhood. Emergency personnel immediately responded to the scene, extinguishing multiple fires and assisting residents with…

Harvard Suing Trump Admin Over Ban On Enrolling Foreign Students

Harvard plans to file a temporary restraining order to block d-h-s from carrying out the ban.

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over a ban on enrolling foreign students. The Ivy League school argues that the government’s action violates the first amendment and will have an “immediate and devastating effect for Harvard and more than 7,000 visa holders.” International students of the school are now left deciding whether to transfer or risk losing legal status…

Horry Co. Council Approves Final Reading Of MB Pelicans Lease

Council members unanimously approved the lease agreement between the city of Myrtle Beach and Horry County as landlords with the team.

The Horry County Council approved a third and final reading of a lease proposal for the Pelicans. Council members unanimously approved the lease agreement between the city of Myrtle Beach and Horry County as landlords with the team. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance “approving and authorizing the county administrator to engage in negotiations and execute a…

Horry Co. Schools To Offer Summer Feeding Program

The meals will be available to anyone 18 or under and must be eaten on-site.

Horry County Schools will be holding their Summer Feeding Program. The meals will be offered Monday through Thursday from 10:30-11am. They’re available to anyone 18 or under and must be eaten on-site. All children must also be accompanied by an adult. From June 11-July 14, meals will be offered at Loris and Myrtle Beach Elementary. Then from June 12-July 16…

Covington Drive Wildfire 100% Contained

The Forestry Commission said that resources will continue to monitor the area until it is declared "controlled."

The Covington Drive Wildfire is now 100% contained. The fire ignited on March 1 and burned 2,059 acres in the Carolina Forest area. The flames were declared contained after significant rainfall in the area that assisted in extinguishing the hotspots that had been smoldering for weeks. The Forestry Commission said that resources will continue to monitor the area until it…

McColl Police Chief Candidate No Longer Accepting Position

Billy Stubbs said that he will no longer be accepting the position. He said his decision comes due to "some issues that have arisen."

The town of McColl’s police chief candidate has backed out. On Monday, Mayor Robert Outlaw announced Billy Stubbs as the town’s new chief. The new appointee said Wednesday that he will no longer be accepting the position. He said his decision comes due to “some issues that have arisen.” “I try to be a man of my word but expect…

One Suspect Arrested/Another Wanted In Fatal Shooting Incident

An investigation linked 22-year-old Lanita Sinclair and 25-year-old Damarko Williams to the shooting.

One woman has been arrested and another suspect remains at large in connection to an investigation. Around 1:20am on Monday, police responded to the 2900 block of Wilson Street. Upon arrival 40-year-old Corey Clark was found suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a hospital where he later died. An investigation linked 22-year-old Lanita Sinclair and 25-year-old Damarko Williams…

Man In Critical Condition After Lumberton Shooting

Authorities responded to the 700 block of Rice Road on reports of someone being shot.

A shooting in Lumberton left one man in critical condition. Shortly before 5pm Wednesday, authorities responded to the 700 block of Rice Road on reports of someone being shot. One victim was hospitalized but their identity has not been publicly released. The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office criminal investigations and Juvenile Divisions are investigating the case. Anyone with information is asked…

NFL Decides Not To Ban ‘Tush Push’ Play

The 'tush push' involves multiple offensive players pushing the quarterback a few yards as the offensive line pushes forward.

The NFL decided that a controversial play on the field will not be banned for the upcoming season. The so-called ‘tush push’ involves multiple offensive players pushing the quarterback a few yards as the offensive line pushes forward. It has been a huge play for the Philadelphia Eagles, who popularized it with their success when using it. The Green Bay…

Nike Joins List Of Companies Increasing Prices Due To Tariffs

Consumer can expect an increase in costs for apparel and equipment imported from overseas.

Nike is joining the list of companies that are planning to raise prices due to Trump’s tariffs. Consumer can expect an increase in costs for apparel and equipment imported from overseas. Price bumps will vary on different items, with mark-ups ranging from $2 to $10. Footwear priced between $100 and $150 will increase by $5. Shoes costing more than $150…