Author: Annelyn Russ

Trump Admin Asks SCOTUS To Intervene In Rehiring Federal Workers

U.S. District Judge William Alsup previously ordered the administration to indefinitely reinstate over 16,000 probationary employees.

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to intervene in the rehiring of federal workers. U.S. District Judge William Alsup previously ordered the administration to indefinitely reinstate over 16,000 probationary employees. Those involved were terminated at a half-dozen agencies after ruling that their firings were likely unlawful. The move is part of Trump’s effort to significantly reduce the size…

Lawsuit Filed Against Trump’s Order To Dismantle Education Department

The lawsuit alleges that Trump exceeded his constitutional authority in his attempt to shut down the department.

A group of advocacy organizations and groups invested in schools have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The lawsuit is in response to President Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Department of Education. The lawsuit alleges that Trump exceeded his constitutional authority in his attempt to shut down the department. It also accused him of violating the Administrative Procedure…

Journalist Added To Group Chat Regarding U.S Military War Plans

The National Security Council said the text chain “appears to be authentic.”

In an apparent breach of U.S. national security, The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief says top Trump administration officials accidentally sent him war plans. Jeffrey Goldberg was reportedly added to a group chat involving discussions regarding military strikes in Yemen. He learned the information only a few hours before the plans were carried out on March 15. The messages were sent in a…

Myrtle Beach’s Kids Run The Beach Program

The program kicks off March 25 and will be held every Tuesday and Thursday through May 10.

Registration is still open for the Myrtle Beach’s Kids Run the Beach program. Children ages six to twelve will be educated on the basics of running through playing games and learning stretching techniques. The program kicks off March 25 and will be held every Tuesday and Thursday through May 10. Meetings will be held at 5:30pm at the Crabtree Memorial…

Horry Co. Police Encounter Unusual Kangaroo Capture

The animal named JJ belongs to Justin and Lindsey Richardson of 'After Hours Farm' in Aynor.

Horry County police were called to capture an unusual stray animal over the weekend. On Saturday, officials responded to a kangaroo on the loose in an effort to help return it to it’s home. The animal named JJ belongs to Justin and Lindsey Richardson of ‘After Hours Farm’ in Aynor. The animal is native to Australia and New Guinea, but…

Large Debris Fire Prompts Major Smoke Presence

Authorities were able to contain the flames but smoke may be visible for an "extended duration."

If you witnessed a large smoke presence in Horry County Sunday, we know why. Shortly before 3pm, fire rescue crews responded to the Horry County Recycling Center and landfill along Highway 90. Upon arrival, they encountered a large debris pile in flames. Authorities were able to contain the flames but smoke may be visible for an “extended duration.” In addition,…

Georgetown Co. Inmate Dies After Experiencing Medical Condition

A woman was detained in the detention center's detox unit after she was arrested Friday for shoplifting.

An inmate at the Georgetown County Detention Center has been pronounced dead. The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office said a woman was detained in the detention center’s detox unit after she was arrested Friday for shoplifting. Sunday, staff observed her experiencing a medical emergency and medical assistance was rendered before Georgetown County Emergency Medical Service arrived. The woman was transferred to…

Florence County Crash Results In The Death Of One Person

The passenger of the Chevrolet was transported to a hospital where they later died.

A crash in Florence County resulted in the death of one person. Just after noon Sunday, a Honda Sedan was traveling west on Highway 52 near Kimberly Lane when a Chevrolet Sedan pulled onto Highway 52 from a private drive heading east. The Honda struck the Chevy as it was turning. The passenger of the Chevrolet was transported to a…

Sweet 16 Teams Secured For Men’s NCAA Tournament

Many national championship contenders are still in the bracket setting up what is expected to be an intense next round.

The Sweet 16 have been finalized in the men’s NCAA after the first week of the tournament. Many national championship contenders are still in the bracket setting up what is expected to be an intense next round of March Madness. The list of teams include, No. 1 Auburn (South) No. 1 Duke (East) No. 1 Houston (Midwest) No. 1 Florida…

23andMe Seeking To Find Buyer After Filing Bankruptcy

23andMe was tasked to provide people with information on their ancestry and genetic health profile.

A formerly successful genetic testing company has filed for bankruptcy with plans to seek a buyer. In November, 23andMe was forced to cut 40% of its workforce as part of a reconstructing plan that came nearly two months after its entire board resigned. Now, CEO and co-founder Anne Wojcicki is resigning immediately. Chief Financial and Accounting Officer Joe Selsavage has…