Statewide, prisons are suspending visitation to inmates over coronavirus concerns. The S.C. Department of Corrections says they understand the “value of family visits and volunteer programs” but that the health and safety of the inmates is most important. They are working with a telephone provider to provide maximum access for inmates to family and friends through phone calls. They are…
A man has been released on bond after serving only two years for murder. Two years ago, 18-year-old Germaine McCoy was shot and killed near Cambridge apartments in Lamar. 18-year-old Devon Rembert of Hartsville was charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime in April of 2018. Over the years, he has been denied bond repeatedly….
Over a week after the primary was held, Senator Bernie Sanders is projected to win California. Presently, the polls stand with Sanders in the lead at 34.3% and Joe Biden in second at 27.7%. as the final results are counted, it’s believed Biden will not be able to overtake that gap. It’s estimated Sanders will win 184 delegates over Biden’s…
As was predicted, the U.S. conducted a series of retaliation strikes against Iran yesterday. Two Americans and one British national were killed two days ago after Iranian-backed militias fired multiple rocket attacks on an Iraqi base. Fourteen others were also injured as a result. There have been multiple other rocket attacks in recent weeks, however this was the first to…
The response to the growing number of coronavirus cases is also unprecedented. President Trump was potentially exposed after meeting with the Brazilian President’s Press Secretary who was unknowingly infected. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s wife has tested positive and both have been place under a two week quarantine. Senator Lindsay Graham is now in self-quarantine as well for the next…
The coronavirus has the world facing unprecedented economical and political fallout. The biggest concern, besides catching the virus, is the lack of testing kits in the U.S. There are not enough tests being produced to meet with demand and many states are putting restrictions on those who can get tested. Many also are unable to afford it. The next major…
There is one new possible case of coronavirus in South Carolina. That brings our number of presumptive cases to eight with two confirmed. It’s reported the most recent case is that of a Lancaster County woman who has no known travel history or contact with another case. She is currently in isolation at a hospital. As cases increase, so does…
Ripley’s Aquarium has announced the official opening of their “Penguins Playhouse”. Locals and tourists alike will now be able to watch the African penguins in their new habitat from a floor-to-ceiling viewing glass. New classrooms will even allow for anyone to get up close and personal with the penguins. It’s reported this latest 5,500-square-foot expansion is the largest the aquarium…
A Florence food pantry is asking for the community’s help with donations. “My Brother’s Keeper” is a food pantry and shelter that “provides meals, showers, and clothing to roughly 150 people” every day. However, a recent increase in customers has left the shelter short on supplies. They are asking the surrounding community for food, clothing, and toiletry donations. They are…
An elderly man was killed after a crash in Darlington County yesterday afternoon. 80-year-old Earl Glass was pronounced dead at the scene. He was driving a 2012 Hyundai SUV along the intersection of High Hill Road and Green Street Road when a truck driver failed to yield the right of way. The truck hit the SUV sometime after 4 PM…
