Author: Annelyn Russ

One Ex-Officer Pleaded Guilty Just Before The Trial Concerning George Floyd

The Trial for two ex-officers charged with aiding and abetting the murder and manslaughter of Floyd.

Over a year ago former Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin was sentenced to prison for the murder and manslaughter of George Floyd. On Monday, a trial was set to begin for two ex-officers charged with aiding and abetting the murder and manslaughter of Floyd. Former officer, J. Alexander Kueng accepted a plea deal that required him to plead guilty to…

A Michigan Teen Pleaded Guilty In The Oxford High Shooting Case

Ethan Crumbley has pleaded guilty to 24 charges.

In court on Monday, the teenage suspect in a Michigan school shooting incident that killed four students, pleaded guilty to all charges. Nearly a year ago, 16-year-old, Ethan Crumbley, brought a handgun to Oxford High School, which he attended and began shooting. Deputies rushed in and he surrendered without resistance. Now, Crumbley has pleaded guilty to 24 charges including terrorism…

A Shooting At A St. Louis High School Resulted In 3 Deaths

The identities of the victims have not yet been released.

A shooting at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis resulted in three deaths. Officers arrived on the scene four minutes after the first 911 call. The gunman, who had a long gun and a dozen 30 round ammunition magazines, was found within eight minutes and reported down after a two minute gun battle. He has been…

Loris Has A New Haunted Attraction

The "Your Worst Nightmare" haunted house is located off Broad Street.

Loris is providing a new attraction for people to enjoy this Halloween season. The doors of a haunted house have been opened for those who dare to experience a thrill. The “Your Worst Nightmare” haunted attraction is located off Broad Street. The haunted attraction consists of creepy clowns and sets used in movies. The organizer of the attraction, Tony Brawner,…

The Price For Gas In South Carolina, Declined Last Week

The cheapest station reported in Myrtle Beach was priced at $3.09.

The price for gas in South Carolina has declined by 6.7 cents last week bringing the state average price per gallon down to $3.26. Average gas prices in Myrtle Beach dropped 10.3 cents per gallon. As of Sunday, the cheapest station reported in Myrtle Beach was priced at $3.09 and the most expensive was $3.59. The cheapest gas in S.C….

Early Voting In South Carolina Will Be Available Until Nov. 5th

Voters must present a valid photo ID when checking in to vote.

On October 24th, early voting centers in South Carolina have opened their doors. S.C. voters who want to vote ahead of election day can cast their ballots at any location hosting an early voting center. Early voting is available Monday-Saturday from 8:30a.m-6p.m. Polls will not be open on Sundays. The last day for early voting is November 5th. Voters must…

Police Are Requesting Assistance In Identifying A Suspect

The suspect is wanted for questioning regarding a sexual assault.

The city of Florence Police Department is requesting assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for questioning regarding a sexual assault. The incident occurred on October 8th near Dargan Street in Florence. Anyone with information regarding the identification of the suspect is urged to contact Cpl. Herman of the Florence Police Department at 843-665-3191

Firefighters Responded To Multiple Fires Along Highway 301

The South Carolina Forestry Commission was called to the scene to put firebreaks around the flames.

Sunday evening, the Marion Rural Fire Department took on multiple roadside fires. Crews from station 20 as well as 40 responded to fires beside Highway 301. The road was shut down for the safety of the crew members while they tackled the task of putting the fires out. The South Carolina Forestry Commission was called to the scene to put…

The Identity Was Released Of The Victim In A Myrtle Beach Homicide

40-year-old, Christopher Perry is charged with the murder.

The identity has been released of a homeless man that was assaulted and killed last Sunday in Myrtle Beach. 45-year-old, Brian Durost’s cause of death was confirmed as blunt force injuries after being assaulted. His body was discovered in a grassy area behind a building in the 1000 block of Highway 501. The discovery led officials to open a homicide…

Scores Drop For Reading And Math In U.S. Studies Assessment

The assessment displayed the largest math score declines for 4th and 8th graders since 1990.

The National Assessment of Education progress displayed that 4th and 8th graders in the U.S. have fallen behind in reading and have had the biggest decline ever in math. The drop could be a result from the Covid-19 pandemic affect on American children. The U.S. secretary of education, Miguel Cardona, explained that this should be a wake up call to…