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News Summary Local universities and school districts are adapting to winter weather with closures, delays, and remote learning plans. Horry County Schools and Scotland County...
News Summary West Florence High School faces growing anxiety among parents as several students report illnesses linked to a gas odor detected on campus. Despite...
News Summary TowneBank has announced its acquisition of Dogwood State Bank for $476 million, marking a significant expansion in North Carolina’s banking landscape. The deal,...
News Summary The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is set to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein obtained through a subpoena. This release...
News Summary As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, global leaders, including former President Trump, are intensifying their diplomatic efforts to find a resolution....
News Summary Republican legislators in California have filed a lawsuit to block a new mid-year redistricting plan initiated by Governor Gavin Newsom. The lawsuit raises...
News Summary The beaches of Assateague Island and Ocean City are closed to swimming due to Hurricane Erin, which has caused dangerous rip currents and...
News Summary The U.S. Immigration authorities have introduced a new policy mandating that applicants demonstrate positive sentiments towards America. This move requires potential immigrants to...
Johnsonville, S.C., August 20, 2025 News Summary In a tragic incident in Johnsonville, S.C., nine teenagers have been charged with murder in connection to the shooting...
Florence, SC, August 20, 2025 News Summary The Florence community is grieving the loss of Monica Ann McDowell, a dedicated MRI Technician at McLeod Hospital. At...
