Author: Annelyn Russ

Word
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Merriam-Webster Adds Over 5k Words To Collegiate Dictionary

The 12th edition of the dictionary comes 22 years after the book's last hard-copy update.
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Merriam-Webster has added over 5,000 new words to the ‘Collegiate’ dictionary. The 12th edition of the dictionary comes 22 years after the book’s last hard-copy update. New words include ‘petrichor,’ meaning a pleasant odor after a rainfall following a dry spell. Also added was ‘teraflop,’ which is a measure for calculating the speed of a computer. ‘Dumbphones’ are mobile devices…

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481k Anker Power Banks Recalled

The devices were sold at Best Buy, Target, and other retail stores nationwide, as well as online.
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A recall has been placed on around 481,000 Anker power banks. The recall involves power banks that can be used as portable electronic charging devices for smartphones, laptops, and tablets. It was placed due to the possibility of the lithium-ion batteries in the device overheating, posing fire and burn hazards. There have been 33 reports of fire and explosion incidents….

Ice
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Gunman Identified In Dallas ICE Facility Shooting

The gunman has been identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn, who died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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Two detainees remain in critical condition following a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility Wednesday. The incident unfolded around 6:40am when a suspect opened fire from a nearby rooftop. In addition to the two injured detainees, another was fatally shot. The gunman has been identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn, who died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The Department of Homeland…

Fall
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Fall Activities Along The Grand Strand

There will be various fall-related events including live music, a Halloween bash, and more in the Myrtle Beach area.
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There are many fall themed activities that you can participate in this season. Starting on Saturday, Southern Palmetto Farms in Aynor will have many activities including a corn and cotton maze, a jump pad, wagon ride and pumpkin patch. They will be open every Saturday from 11am-5pm, and Sundays from 2pm-5pm throughout October. North Myrtle Beach is hosting Flavors of…

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Myrtle Beach Rules On Political Signage Ahead Of Election

There are five candidates running for mayor and 10 city council candidates who filed for the upcoming election.
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The City of Myrtle Beach announced rules on political signage ahead of this year’s election. Residents who are registered to vote will choose a mayor and three council members on November 4. City officials said political yard signs are allowed on private property within 45 days of an election and must be removed five days after the election. The signs…

Arts
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Myrtle Beach Seeks Assistance Developing Arts & Innovation District

The city has opened a 'Request for Qualifications' for developers interests in revitalizing the area.
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The City of Myrtle Beach is looking for partners to help develop the Arts and Innovation District. The city has opened a ‘Request for Qualifications’ for developers interests in revitalizing the area. Officials are seeking out an experienced private developer to assist in bringing their vision to life. An RFQ allows developers to display their expertise in similar projects. This…

Buddy
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Former Pelicans Manager Passes Away At 68

Buddy managed the Pelicans from 2016-2018 and again from 2021-2024.
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The former manager of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans has passed away. Welby Bailey, also known as Buddy, has died at the age of 68. Across the seven years that he managed the team, Buddy recorded 490 wins, four post-season appearances and the Carolina League title. He also led the team to their College World Series victory in 2016. Buddy managed…

Crash
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Single-Vehicle Crash Claims Life Of One Person, Leaving Two Injured

The accident occurred around 9pm Tuesday along Highway 501 near the Marion County Line.
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A single-vehicle crash in Dillon County resulted in the death of one person. The accident occurred around 9pm Tuesday along Highway 501 near the Marion County Line. A Toyota Corolla was traveling north when it veered off the side of the road. It then struck a ditch before overturning several times. One person did not survive the injuries they sustained….

Fatal
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Motorcycle Crash Results In Death Of One Person

The bike was the only vehicle involved in the accident and the driver did not survive.
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A motorcycle crash in Horry County claimed the life of one person. Around 7pm Tuesday night, a Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling south on Cates Bay Highway near 3 Mile Road in the Conway area. It went off the right side of the road and hit a ditch. The bike was the only vehicle involved in the accident and the driver…

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Disney To Increase Prices Of Streaming Services

The move marks the third time in three years that Disney is raising the prices of its streaming plans.
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Disney announced plans to increase the prices of its streaming services. Starting October 21, the Disney+ with ads service will rise from $9.99 to $11.99 a month. The Disney+ premium service is going up from $15.99 to $18.99 per month. The Hulu standalone plan with ads is increasing from $9.99 to $11.99 a month but the premium version will remain…

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