Author: Laura Pence

The Holiday Season to be More Affordable Thanks to USPS

The USPS announced some good news!

The USPS announced some good news! The postal service announced there will be no peak holiday surcharges for mailing and shipping this year. There will also be no additional fees for residential area delivery, for Saturday delivery or for minimum volumes. “We are ready to deliver for the holidays in a superior and routine manner,” said the Postmaster General in…

Usher to Headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show

Usher follows last year's performance from Rihanna.

Usher has been confirmed as the main act…with more to come on who will join him for the big show Feb. 11th at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Usher follows last year’s performance from Rihanna, who publicly showcased her second pregnancy during her act. Nearly 119 million viewers tuned in.

Ekklesia Christian Church Hosting 2nd Uncommon Men’s Conference

Hosted on October 6th and 7th. Ekklesia Christian Church is located at 2469 US-501, Conway, SC 29526.

  Audra speaks with Brandon Wilson of Ekklesia Chrsitian Church to get all the detils on their upcoming UNCOMMON Men’s Conference. Friday, October 6, 2023 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday, October 7, 2023 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM $75 till Sept 24 $85 till Oct 7 Speakers: Matt Wilson Brandon Wilson Jerry Harris What to expect: Great teachings, Manly…

Crayola is Giving Back Through Their New Online Flower Shop

Bouquets are priced from $50 to $150, and they will be shipped directly from farms to consumers nationwide.

Crayola, the crayon company that’s been around for over 100 years, is getting into the floral business. They’ve just announced Crayola Flowers, which is an online flower delivery service with a fundraising tilt. 10% to 50% of every sale will be donated to charities that are chosen by the customer. Nonprofit organizations can also use the service as a platform for…

Refresh Your Garden with these Florals That Thrive in the Fall

There are plenty of flowers that thrive when the whether cools off and that need less sunlight.

Now’s a great time to give your garden, hanging baskets and other plants a refresh. There are plenty of flowers that thrive when the whether cools off and that need less sunlight. Pansies are a great addition as they and their relatives, violets and violas, don’t thrive in the heat. In the south, they can last well into winter. petunias…

Thinking About Work at Night Makes You a Worse Leader in the Morning

Experts recommend taking time to disconnect from and create boundaries from home early on in a career.

Thinking about work when you get home…could make you a worse manager the next day. According to a new study, managers who don’t think about work after hours are less likely to feel drained the following day. Research published in the American Psychological Association found a five percent difference in manager responses on depletion levels could be based on whether…

Enjoy a Mimosa Flgiht While You Catch the Games at RipTydz!

Stop by and see them at 1210 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 or give them a call at 843.945.1204.

RipTydz is the largest oceanfront grill and rooftop bar in Myrtle Beach. They offer something for everyone including mimosas, fresh seafood, prime steaks, and fresh local favorites! Stop by and see them at 1210 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 or give them a call at 843.945.1204. MON – FRI: 12PM – 11PM SAT – SUN: 11AM – 11PM

It’s All About Baking Soda in Our Thursday Tips!

From dishes to hair brushes...baking soda is great for cleaning and also for cooking!

For your Thursday Tips… 1: Add a teensy bit of baking soda to make your ground hamburger meat juicier. Animal proteins, when heated, bond together which causes it be tough, and lose flavor. Adding a 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to a pound of ground beef raises the PH, making it difficult for the proteins to bond. To do this…mix…

Palmetto Literacy Council to Host 2nd Annual Best Book Bazaar

The event will take place at the Horry County Schools Adult Education Center, 3301 Oak St., Myrtle Beach.

Location: Horry County Schools Adult Education Center, 3301 Oak St., Myrtle Beach. Friday, September 29, 2023 at 6:00 to 9:00 PM: Family Fun Night! Tickets are available for purchase to attend this event where you will get first crack at the books for sale. Minor children with an adult will be free. We are having a Young Author’s Contest called…

Is the Cost of Being a Bridesmaid on the Rise?

Most bridesmaids don't have the extra thousands that it costs.

An editor tackled the subject the subject recently calling for brides who say “it’s my day” should pay for everything. A study found that bridesmaids spend $23-hundred dollars on average to be part of the wedding. Forbes magazine broke it down a little further estimating the average salary for those getting married is around $50-k. That’s based on a 28-year-old….