Author: Annelyn Russ

Marion Local Signs To Play For Buffalo Bills

TJ Sanders played high school football in Marion before continuing to play college ball at the University of South Carolina.

A local from the marion area made a significant move in his football career. TJ Sanders played high school football in Marion before continuing to play college ball at the University of South Carolina. While playing for the Gamecocks, the defensive tackle had around nine sacks and 17 tackles. He also interfered with six passes thrown by quarterbacks. Sanders earned…

Two Arrested Following Fatal Shooting Of 16-Year-Old

A search warrant of the residence connected 30-year-old Tyron McLean and 27-year-old Tyrus McLean to the shooting.

Two men have been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old boy. On Wednesday, Red Springs police responded to a shooting incident in the 2000 block of Warren Street. Upon arrival, authorities discovered the teenager deceased. He was identified as Tony James Craig. Details surrounding the boy’s death have not been publicly released at this time. However,…

Man Arrested In Connection To Death Of Elderly Man

Darius Borders, who is a multi-time convicted felon, was arrested in connection to the death.

One man is behind bars after a death investigation connected him to the death of an elderly man. On Saturday, Robeson County police responded to a home in the 800 block of Hubbard Road. Upon arrival, 74-year-old Jerome Odom was found deceased. Darius Borders, who is a multi-time convicted felon, was arrested in connection to the death. He is being…

Three People Injured During Marion Co. Shooting

Two victims were suffering from gunshot wounds while another was running from gun fire when they fell and broke their arm.

An investigation is underway following a shooting incident in Marion County. Sunday afternoon, police were called to Cattle Farm Road on reports of shots-fired. Upon arrival, three victims were identified. Two were suffering from gunshot wounds while another was running from gun fire when they fell and broke their arm. A witness reported that one of the injured victims was…

TSA Considers Changes To Security Checkpoints

The Department of Homeland Security is reviewing the current 3.4-ounce limit on liquids in carry-on bags.

The TSA is working to make the security process as seamless as possible while announcing upcoming changes. The agency recently removed the rule that required fliers to take off their shoes at the security checkpoint screening. Now, officials are planning to change another familiar rule that involves the restrictions on carrying liquids through security. The Department of Homeland Security is…

More Than 24k Pounds Of Chicken Sausage Recalled

Three people filed complaints concerning the foreign material, but no injuries were reported.

More than 24,000 pounds of chicken sausage has been recalled. Kayem FOods Inc. has recalled the ready-to-eat products due to the possibility that they may be contaminated with pieces of plastic. Three people filed complaints concerning the foreign material, but no injuries were reported. The sausages are sealed in 11-ounce vacuum-packed packages. They were marketed as “all natural al fresco…

Over 30 People Injured After Vehicle Plows Through Crowd

Seven victims remain in critical condition, but no deaths have been reported at this time.

36 people were injured after a vehicle plowed through a crowd waiting to enter a nightclub along a busy Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles. Around 2am local time on Saturday, Rampart patrol officers responded to a call regarding an assault with a deadly weapon. 29-year-old Fernando Ramirez reportedly intentionally drove into the crowd of people after making a u-turn….

Ripley’s Aquarium To Host Special Make-A-Wish Birthday For Local Girl

Journey of Pawleys Island will be celebrating her 6th birthday becoming a mermaid.

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is hosting a special event Friday. Journey of Pawleys Island will be celebrating her 6th birthday becoming a mermaid. She is living with a blood disorder and her wish to be a mermaid is coming true as the aquarium partners with Make-a-Wish South Carolina board members to host the party. A blue carpet featuring bubbles…

Local Brewery Plans To Add Pickleball Courts

They will be built behind its current location in the Market Common and is expected to cost $3 million.

A local brewery is planning to install a new amenity. Tidal Creek Brewhouse is adding a Pickleball area called the Tidal Creek Pickle House. It will include 10 pickleball courts, including four covered. They will be built behind its current location in the Market Common and is expected to cost $3 million. The project has already raised around $1 million…

Surfside Police Chief Resigns

The town thanked Davis for his service and leadership and wished him success in his future endeavors.

The town of Surfside Beach announced that Police Chief Ken Davis has resigned. Davis became the town’s interim police chief in April of last year. By July of that year, the town council voted to make him the permanent police chief. He is now stepping down to take on a new public service position. Davis said he “leaves the surfside…