Author: Laura Pence

Study Says Eating Refined Carbs Makes You Unattractive Within Two Hours

They're not sure why, but it was true for men and women.

A study in France found refined carbohydrates make us noticeably less attractive within two hours of eating them. That includes things like donuts, bagels, pancakes, muffins, white bread, and sugary cereals. Researchers had volunteers rate how attractive people’s faces were before and after they had breakfast. Some ate “healthy” foods, and others ate things that were carb-heavy. The people who…

Myrtle Beach Fire Dept. Reminds Residents to Check Smoke Detectors

If you or someone you know needs assistance with checking smoke alarms, reach out to the Fire Dept.

Christine sits down with Capt. Jonathan Evans of the Myrtle Beach Fire Department to talk about why Daylight Saving time is a good reminder to check your smoke detectors. If you or someone you know needs assistance with checking smoke alarms, reach out to the Fire Dept. and they would be happy to help! Plus, with St. Patrick’s day coming up,…

Trader Joe’s Mini-Tote Craze…They’re Being Resold Online

The limited-edition canvas totes only sell for $2.99 and come in four colors.

A Trader Joe’s mini tote is apparently this spring’s must-have accessory. It’s drawing comparisons to the Stanley tumbler craze on social media. The limited-edition canvas totes only sell for $2.99 and come in four colors. Social media videos show customers lining up for the totes to be restocked and swarming to get their hands on one. Trader Joe’s has not…

Patti Hilton Brings Some Appetizing Recipes to Carolina AM!

From Cheddar Asparagus Soup to Salmon and more!

Avocado Ranch Dressing 1/4 cup ripe Avocado 1/4 cup Mayo 1/4 cup Sour Cream 1 Tbsp Buttermilk 1 and 1/2 tsp Distilled White Vinegar 1/8 tsp Dried Parsley 1 pinch Dried Dill Weed 1/8 tsp Salt 1/8 tsp Onion Powder 1 pinch Garlic Powder Mash avocado in a bowl, then stir in mayo, sour cream, buttermilk and vinegar. Sprinkle with spices…

How to Have Breakfast with a Mermaid at Ripley’s Aquarium!

Meet a real, live mermaid, plus enjoy a delicious hot breakfast!

Ripley’s Breakfast with a Mermaid Meet a real, live mermaid, plus enjoy a delicious hot breakfast and explore the aquarium before it opens to the public! Fuel up with pancakes, southern grits, egg casserole, and more. Then snap a shell-fie with a mermaid and ask them everything you’ve ever wanted to know about life under the sea! Also, enjoy a…

Let Beach Audiology Help You Tackle Hearing Loss

Give them a call, 843-438-5062.

Greg speaks with Jason Wigand, Au.D. of Beach Audiology. Dr. Wigand is an audiologist and cochlear implant provider in Myrtle Beach, SC. Whether you need to have a hearing evaluation or get fitted for hearing aids, Beach Audiology can help. Visit them at 950 48th Ave N Suite 203Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 or give them a call, 843-438-5062.

Looking to Impress? Avoid these Biggest Dining Turnoffs

Believe it or not, double dipping didn't make the list.

If you’re on a first date and don’t want a second one, just do all the things on this list. Someone asked people to name the top food-related turn-offs. Here are the top ones…being rude to your server. Chewing with your mouth open or talking with your mouth full. Spitting something back out onto your plate. Picking your teeth. Slurping…

Forbes Releases Annual List of Highest Paid Actors

Number one might surprise you!

Number one is someone who didn’t have a single movie in theaters….Adam Sandler. It’s also worth mentioning that unlike previous years, endorsements and any non-entertainment investments were not factored in. Margot Robbie came in second, followed by Tom Cruise, then a tie between Matt Damon and Ryan Gosling….and fifth place went to Jennifer Anniston.