Author: Annelyn Russ

Murdaugh Murder Case Reaches Its 17th Day

Alex Murdaugh is on trial for the double murder of his wife, Maggie, and his youngest son, Paul. The two were shot and killed on the families hunting property in June of 2021.

Video footage regarding the Murdaugh murder case have been publicly revealed. Alex Murdaugh is on trial for the double murder of his wife, Maggie, and his youngest son, Paul. The two were shot and killed on the families hunting property in June of 2021. On Tuesday the trial reached its 17th day as the jurors have heard many witnesses and…

S.C. Troopers Grinding Down On Stop-Arm Violations

Over 2 thousand violations have been recorded in S.C. since the beginning of the school year.

South Carolina state troopers are getting serious about stop-arm violations. A stop-arm violation is when drivers refuses to stop for school buses despite the traffic stop signal being visible. Over 2 thousand violations have been recorded in S.C. since the beginning of the school year, but only a snippet of the violations are in Horry County. Areas that have the…

Medicaid Review Begins Again In South Carolina

Previously due to the Federal COVID public health emergency, people were allowed to be added to Medicaid but could not be removed unless the resident either requested to be, died, or moved out of state.

For the first time in three years, South Carolina is set to begin reviewing residents eligibility for Medicaid. During the pre pandemic era, the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reviewed Medicaid eligibility annually to determine who still qualifies. However, due to the Federal COVID public health emergency, people were allowed to be added to Medicaid but could…

Hamrick’s Location Is Renovated To Enhance Shopping Experience

Hamrick's is making an abundance of changes and upgrades to its store in the South Strand Commons Shopping Center located along Highway 17 Bypass South of Myrtle Beach.

A well-known family owned store is currently undergoing major renovations in the Myrtle Beach area. Hamrick’s is making an abundance of changes and upgrades to its store in the South Strand Commons Shopping Center located along Highway 17 Bypass South of Myrtle Beach. The company announced the store is set to get new flooring and new fixtures. Additionally, the store’s…

Pawleys Island Golf Cart Permit Fee Increased

The golf cart permit fee was $10 and has officially been increased to $25 effective immediately.

Pawleys Island town council unanimously voted on an increase for a certain fee. The golf cart permit fee was $10 and has officially been increased to $25 effective immediately. The increase comes amid the increased workload for town administrators. The town paused the distribution permits until the vote for the new fee was decided. Residents were allowed to voice their…

New Shop Will Have Coffee And Ice Cream Options

The 'Coffee and Cream Cabana' will have a drive-thru option and will be located on Kings Highway and 82nd Avenue.

Feeling like you want something sweet and or need some energy? No worries, a new shop will have ice cream and coffee all in one location to address an easy fix. ‘Coffee and Cream Cabana at Heidi’s Corner’ is set to open this spring. 16 flavors of ice cream will be offered including dairy-free items along with homemade waffle cones,…

New Theatre Open For Business In Myrtle Beach

Shows for 'California Suite' will continue to run through next weekend and auditions for their next play 'Curtain Up' begin on February 20th.

A new entertainment amenity has arrived on the Grand Strand. The Open Curtain Theater is now in operation. The thought that there’s not enough live-entertainment theaters in the area inspired founder, Steve Mariott to open the attraction. It’s located on Burcale Rd. at the Moose Lodge. Shows for ‘California Suite’ will continue to run through next weekend and auditions for…

Job Fair Set To Be Hosted At The Broadway Grand Prix

All potential applicants must fill out an application at the job fair and conduct an on sight interview.

On Saturday, a job fair will be hosted by the Lazarus Entertainment Group. The company is searching for people to join their team and pay starts at $14 per hour with room to grow in every position. The event will be held at the Broadway Grand Prix from 10a.m. to 3p.m.. All potential applicants must fill out an application at…

Navy Vessel Made A Pit Stop In North Myrtle Beach

The U.S. Navy paid a visit to pick up supplies for their off-shore operation.

On Thursday, a not so regular vessel came ashore on part of the North Strand. A Navy Landing Craft, Air Cushion was posted up on the beach at Ocean Boulevard and Sea Mountain Highway in the Cherry Grove area. North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue posed for a picture with the military members and said the U.S. Navy paid a visit…

Florence Middle School To Host Anne Frank Exhibit

The Anne Frank display has traveled all around the world and continues to share Anne's legacy. The goal is to inform and inspire people to support one another and speak up against discrimination.

A middle school in Florence is expected to host an exhibit displaying one of the most significant figures from WWII. The traveling exhibit comes from the University of South Carolina’s Anne Frank Center in Columbia. Williams Middle School is hosting a showcase for the public to see a special view of the exhibit. 16 eighth-graders were accepted to visit USC…