Author: Annelyn Russ

Cavender’s Boot City To Open First South Carolina Location

Cavender's Boot City announced the opening of its first Palmetto State location in North Myrtle Beach.

A Texas-based western retailer is boot, scoot, boogying its way into South Carolina. Cavender’s Boot City announced the opening of its first Palmetto State location in North Myrtle Beach. It is known for its wide selection of handcrafted western boots. Cavender’s full line of men’s, women’s, and children’s hats, shirts jeans, dresses, belts, work boots, and western accent accessories will…

Fourth Annual Conway Burger Week Dates Announced

Local restaurants will offer unique, limited-time menu items while competing for the 'Best Burger Prize.'

The dates for the fourth annual Conway Burger Week have been announced. From September 12-21, local restaurants will offer unique, limited-time menu items while competing for the ‘Best Burger Prize.’ The list of the offerings will be released on September 5, and a QR code will be available at each location participating in the contest. You do not have to…

Critical Injuries Reported Following Horry Co. Shooting

The incident unfolded around 4am Tuesday morning near Waties Drive.

A shooting near Murrells Inlet resulted in critical injuries. The incident unfolded around 4am Tuesday morning near Waties Drive. One of the victims suffered critical injuries and was transported to a hospital by EMS. Another victim was taken to a different hospital via a private vehicle. Their current condition is unknown. Police said there was no threat to the community,…

Man Drowns While Attempting To Flee From Law Enforcement

Deputies tried to conduct a traffic stop on a stolen F-150 pickup truck along Pine Street in Pembroke.

One man is dead after attempting to elude law enforcement in Robeson County. Just before 9am Monday, deputies tried to conduct a traffic stop on a stolen F-150 pickup truck along Pine Street in Pembroke. The driver failed to pull over and fled at high speeds toward Highway 710. The pursuit continued until the driver veered onto Recreation Road in…

Investigation Opened After Stabbing In Florence Co.

The stabbing occurred Tuesday morning outside an apartment complex on N. Coit Street in Florence.

An investigation was opened following a stabbing incident in Florence County. The stabbing occurred Tuesday morning outside an apartment complex on N. Coit Street in Florence. Multiple officers were on the scene to assess the situation along with the local coroner. Details remain limited as authorities are working to learn more. It is unclear if any arrests have been made…

Ford Recalls Over 694k SUV Vehicles

The recall covers 2021-2024 Bronco Sports and 2020-2022 Ford Escapes that feature 1.5L engines.

Ford has placed a recall on more than 694,000 SUV vehicles. The recall covers 2021-2024 Bronco Sports and 2020-2022 Ford Escapes that feature 1.5L engines. The fuel injectors could crack, leading to possible fuel leaks inside the engine compartment. If there’s a hot engine or exhaust components, it could increase the risk of fire. Eight reports have been filed regarding…

More Than 5 Million Swimming Pools Recalled

The recall was placed after reports of nine children who have died due to drowning in the pools.

More than 5.2 million above ground swimming pools sold nationwide are being recalled. The recall covers a range of Bestway, Intex Recreation, and Polygroup pools that were sold by major retailers as far back as 2002. All of the pools being recalled are 48-inches or taller. Consumers could have purchased them at Walmart, Target, Lowe’s, Amazon, and Costco. Children reportedly…

FEMA’s Chief Of Urban Search And Rescue Branch Resigns

The move comes after months of frustration with the Trump administration's attempts to dismantle the agency.

The head of FEMA’s Urban Search and Rescue Branch has resigned from his position. Ken Pagurek’s departure comes just weeks after the catastrophic flooding in central Texas. A delayed FEMA response was due to bureaucratic hurdles put in place by the Department of Homeland Security. It took more than 72 hours after the flooding for DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to…

Speaker Johnson Says House Will Not Vote On Epstein Resolution

President Trump ordered AG Pam Bondi request for the grand jury transcripts in the Epstein case be unsealed.

Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House will not vote on a resolution calling for the release of some files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The House Rules Committee advanced the measure in regards to the Trump administration’s handling of the case. Last week, President Trump ordered AG Pam Bondi request for the grand jury transcripts in the Epstein case be…

I Love Seafood Fest To Soon Kick Off

The event is free to attend and will be held on August 9 and 10.

The Atlantic Beach summer concert series is set to soon kick off. The ‘I Love Seafood Fest’ will feature food, vendors, cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, family activities and more. The band “Brick” will be performing while celebrity chefs and others cook up tasty seafood dishes. The event is free to attend and will be held on August 9 and 10…