Author: Annelyn Russ

Turtles
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New Bill Could Prevent Use Of Artificial Lights In Certain Areas

Lights have the most impact on turtle hatchings due to the fact that the turtles would be drawn to the artificial light.
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A pre-filed state Senate bill could soon prohibit the use of artificial light in certain areas where sea turtles are most likely to nest. ‘South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts’ is a non-profit organization that has volunteers who monitor the beaches in Horry and Georgetown counties and protect turtles’ nesting habits. SCUTE leader, Richard Scott, shared that turtles search for high…

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Congressman Russell Fry To Join House Judiciary Committee

The new Committee member was sworn into Congress on January 7th.
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On Monday night, Congressman Russell Fry, announced that he will be serving on the House Judiciary Committee. Through a tweet, Fry said he is honored to be selected and for the opportunity to work alongside Chairman, Jim Jordan. Fry said, “we will provide transparency for the American people and oversee the Administration of Justice in our federal courts, Administrative Bodies,…

Ravenel
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Arthur Ravenel Jr. Died At The Age Of 95

Ravenel was significant in securing the funds for the Ravenel Bridge that opened in 2005.
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On Monday, former U.S. Congressman, Arthur Ravenel Jr., died at the age of 95. Ravenel was significant in securing the funds for the Ravenel Bridge that opened in 2005. He served in congress from 1987 to 1995 and his political career included time as a South Carolina Senator, State Representative, and member of the Charleston County School Board. The former…

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Mega Millions Jackpot Winning Ticket Sold In Maine

This marked the first ever sold in the state and the fourth largest jackpot in U.S. history.
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The state of Maine sold its first winning Mega Millions ticket for the billion dollar jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at a gas station in the small town of Lebanon. This marked the first ever sold in the state and the fourth largest jackpot in U.S. history. The town’s ‘Hometown Gas and Grill’ was where it was sold. The…

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UGA Player And Staff Member Killed In A Car Crash

The accident occurred just hours after the team celebrated its second consecutive national championship victory.
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On Sunday, the University of Georgia lost a player and a staff member after a single car crash. The accident occurred just hours after the team celebrated its second consecutive national championship victory. 20-year-old, Devin Willock and 24-year-old, Chandler LeCroy, along with two other passengers, were traveling near the UGA campus in Athens when the vehicle went off the road…

Mafia
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Mafia Boss Arrested After 30 Years Of Being A Fugitive

Matteo Denaro has been wanted since 1993 and is noted as Cosa Notra's longest-hiding fugitive.
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Italy’s most wanted man has been arrested. Matteo Messina Denaro is one of the bosses of the Cosa Nostra Mafia in Cicily. He is believed to be responsible for dozens of Mafia-related murders and was given several life sentences in absentia for his many crimes. Denaro’s been wanted since 1993 and is noted as Cosa Notra’s longest-hiding fugitive. Authorities arrested…

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Russian Missile Struck Ukrainian Residential Building

The attack killed at least 40 people including three children, and left 75 others injured.
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A Russian missile strike on an apartment building in Central Ukraine marked one of the deadliest single attacks of the war. The strike hit a residential building in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. The core of the building is gone and now lays as a pile of rubble and concrete. Over 8,500 metric tons of debris were removed as rescuers…

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South Carolina Restaurant Week

Over 200 restaurants participate across the state including over a dozen on the Grand Strand.
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South Carolina Restaurant Week kicked off. Restaurant week began over 10 years ago and is an attempt to assist businesses during the off-season by offering special menus and prices. This year, some restaurants have added specialty cocktails. Over 200 restaurants participate across the state including over a dozen on the Grand Strand. List of restaurants participating in the area: Big…

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M.Y.R Annual Student Art Contest

The contest was created to give student artists the opportunity to exhibit their talents and win prizes.
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The Myrtle Beach International Airport is inviting the public to vote on their favorite submission from those received in their third Annual Student Art Contest. The contest was created to give student artists the opportunity to exhibit their talents and win prizes. This years contest inspired students to create a piece that represents an international destination they have travelled to…

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Robeson County Coaches Now Require CPR Certification

The public schools of Robeson County have demanded that all coaches be certified in CPR to properly respond to any emergency situation.
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Robeson County has a new requirement for coaches to ensure the safety of its student athletes. The publ schools of Robeson County have demanded that all coaches be certified in CPR to properly respond to any emergency situation. The new requirement follows the Buffalo Bills player, Damar Hamlin’s, incident after he suffered cardiac arrest mid-game. Horry County schools already mandates…

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