Author: Annelyn Russ

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Southwest Changes Plus-Size Passenger Refund Policy

The company is restricting the conditions under which it will actually provide the reimbursements.
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Southwest Airlines is changing its refund policy regarding plus-size passengers. The airline previously had a long-standing policy encouraging “customers of size” to purchase two seats when they book a ticket, and then apply for a refund for the second fare after they travel. The company will still allow customers to apply for the refund, but is restricting the conditions under…

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CCMF Announces First Headliner For 2026 Event

The 2026 festival will be held June 4-7.
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Organizers of the Carolina Country Music Festival have announced the first headliner for next year’s event. Country star Blake Shelton will make his first CCMF appearance during the 11th annual concert series. The singer has sold more than 13 million albums and has 30 No. 1 singles. He holds six ACM awards, 10 CMA awards, 11 CMT awards, six People’s…

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42nd Myrtle Beach Amateur Championship To Soon Kick Off

USGA Chief Executive Officer Michael Whan will be attending the World’s Largest 19th Hole.
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The 42nd Play Golf Myrtle Beach Amateur Championship kicks off on Monday. More than 2,900 registrants from 47 states and 18 countries are set to play on nearly 60 Grand Strand courses. The championship combines world-class tournament operations and administration with Myrtle Beach’s unique golfing experiences. The involves all golf enthusiasts, regardless of age, skill level, or hometown. United States…

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Suspect Involved In 2021 Florence Shooting Arrested In Kentucky

On June 25 of 2021, police responded to reports of a possible shooting.
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The suspect involved in a 2021 shooting has been arrested four years later. On June 25 of 2021, police responded to the 900 block of Kershaw Street on reports of a possible shooting. Upon arrival, they were informed that an altercation at Cruizers gas station broke out in which 37-year-old Darnell Richardson flashed a firearm in a threatening manner. The…

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Police Search For Man In Connection To Alleged Assault

A large law enforcement presence was witnessed in the area of Marion and Harrell Streets in Florence.
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Florence police are asking for help locating a wanted man. Around 2:15pm Thursday, a large law enforcement presence was witnessed in the area of Marion and Harrell Streets. Negotiators and an emergency response team were also on the scene. Officers were sporting tactical gear and gas masks. The incident involved the alleged assault of a woman who accused Justin Mitchell…

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Details Released Following Fatal Shooting Of 16 Y/O

16-year-old Trey Wright was found lying in the road suffering from two close-range gunshots to his chest.
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Additional details have been released following the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old boy. The incident unfolded on June 24 along N. First Neck Road in the Johnsonville area of Florence County. Police were called to the scene around 11:40pm to find Trey Wright lying in the road suffering from two close-range gunshots to his chest. He later succumbed to the…

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American Idol Virtual Auditions Coming To The Carolinas

For those interested in North and South Carolina, auditions will be held on September 2.
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American Idol is coming to the Carolinas via Zoom. The talent show is hosting its sixth open call through it’s ‘Idol Across America’ virtual tour. Singers are encouraged to register online and set a time to audition with American Idol producers for a chance to become the next big star. For those interested in North and South Carolina, auditions will…

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Florence Police Chief Heidler Announces Retirement

Captain Stephen Starling will be the interim police chief of the department.
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The chief of the Florence Police Department has announced plans to retire. Allen Heidler has served for 42 years. He said he has been weighing the decision for some time now but stated the thing that was preventing him from retiring was “thinking that we could accomplish one more thing” over and over. The 65-year-old rose through the ranks during…

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Woman Arrested After Pointing Firearm At Victim And Children

The situation took place Tuesday night outside an apartment located on Woods Avenue in the Clio area.
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A woman has been arrested following an incident that unfolded in Marlboro County. The situation took place Tuesday night outside an apartment located on Woods Avenue in the Clio area. Janasia Cain is accused of pointing and presenting a handgun at a woman and her minor children. Cain fled the scene but damaged the victim’s vehicle as she was driving…

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Suspect Of Fatal Shooting Detained On ICE Hold

The incident unfolded at the Rascals Bar and Grill in Conway, where the victim worked.
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the suspect of a fatal horry county shooting is being detained on an ICE hold. 26-year-old Irving Centeno-Gonzalez is accused of shooting and killing 41-year-old Lester Goldsmith on August 15. The incident unfolded at the Rascals Bar and Grill in Conway, where Goldsmith worked. The Horry County Sheriff’s Office could not immediately confirm Gonzalez’s immigration status. He is one of…

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