Author: Annelyn Russ

One Injured During Shooting On N. Ocean Boulevard

The incident took place near the intersection of 9th Avenue North and North Ocean Boulevard.

A shooting in the Myrtle Beach area left one person injured. The incident took place near the intersection of 9th Avenue North and North Ocean Boulevard. At around 11:50pm on Thursday, an altercation broke out prompting several shots fired. Details remain limited as an investigation is underway. The victim’s current condition is unknown. Anyone with any information, photos or videos…

Pedestrian Struck And Killed In Marion Co.

A Chevy SUV was traveling south on Highway 41 when it struck a pedestrian

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Marion County. Around 1:30am Friday, a Chevy SUV was traveling south on Highway 41 when it struck a pedestrian that was standing in the road near Smith Mill Pond Road. The pedestrian did not survive the injuries they sustained. Their identity has not been publicly released. The driver of the…

Investigation Underway After Child Dies Due To Head Injuries

On Wednesday, police responded to Sago Palm Drive, to assist EMS with an unresponsive patient.

An investigation is underway after a child died at a hospital in the Carolina Forest area. On Wednesday, police responded to Sago Palm Drive, to assist EMS with an unresponsive patient. The child was then taken to a hospital, where she later died from injuries to her head. Her name, age and exactly how she died has not been publicly…

Over One Million Anker Power Banks Recalled Due To Fires

The products were sold online through Anker's website, Amazon and Ebay between June 2016 and December 2022.

More than one million Anker Power Banks are being recalled due to reports of fires and explosions. The recall covers 1.1 million Anker Powercore 10,000’s. The only model that is affected is the A1263. The recall was placed after 19 reports of fires and explosions have been submitted, including two reports of minor burn injuries and 11 reports of property…

One Of 242 Passengers Survives Air India Plane Crash

A total of 241 of the 242 people aboard the flight were killed in the crash. A single British national passenger survived.

We now have an update on the Air India plane crash that left hundreds dead. On Thursday, the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner plane was London-bound departing from an airport in India. Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft exploded and crashed down to the street. A total of 241 of the 242 people aboard the flight were killed in the crash. A single…

Karate World To Host Jits And Sips Event For Women

The event will be held from noon until 2pm on June 21 at Karate World located in Garden City.

A martial art studio on the Grand Strand is hosting a free event for women. Karate World is planning a ‘Jits and Sips’ event. It aims to encourage women to participate in the grappling-based martial art, which can benefit their fitness, mind-set, and self-defense. There will be food, mimosas, and of course learning jiu-jitsu. The event will be held from…

Florence’s Monster Yard Sale Happening Soon!

Admission is $5 per person and portions of the funds will benefit Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee.

Florence’s Monster Yard Sale is happening this weekend! Community Broadcaster is hosting the event that will be set up at the Florence Center along W. Radio Drive. There will be a variety of vendors selling items such as home goods, jewelry, clothing, and more. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the event via food trucks. Admission is…

Grand Strand Brewing Creates Special Drink Honoring First Responders

For every can sold, 25% of the proceeds will go to the Myrtle Beach Fire Department.

Grand Strand Brewing has crafted a new special drink in honor of first responders. The beverage is called “Jobtown,” which is a common term that firefighters use when they respond to a call. “Jobtown” is a beer that has a cherry-wood smoke flavor with a hint of sweetness to reflect a smoldering fire. For every can sold, 25% of the…

City Of Florence Ranked No. 3 As Best State To Live In S.C.

Mount Pleasant took the number one spot with Greenville coming in second.

The city of Florence has been ranked as one of the top places to live in South Carolina. U.S. News and World Report ranked the city as number three on the list of best places to live in the state. It’s high score came after review of it’s key quality of life metrics, including affordability, commute time, housing value and…

18-Year-Old Shot And Killed In Florence Shooting

The incident unfolded Wednesday night in the 1100 block of June Lane.

A shooting in the Florence area resulted in the death of one person. The incident unfolded Wednesday night in the 1100 block of June Lane. Police found an 18-year-old inside an apartment suffering from gunshot wounds. They were transported to a hospital where they later died. The victim’s name has not been publicly released at this time and further details…