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News Summary On February 5, 2025, Mexican troops began deployment to the northern border, primarily in Ciudad Juárez, due to rising tensions over U.S. tariff...
News Summary Recovery efforts are ongoing following the tragic collision between an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac...
News Summary The death of inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility has been ruled a homicide, prompting community outrage and demands for accountability. Eyewitness...
News Summary South Florence High School has once again been named a finalist for the Palmetto’s Finest award, marking its third consecutive year in the...
News Summary Three schools from Horry County and one from Florence County have been named finalists for the 2025 Palmetto’s Finest Award. St. James High...
News Summary South Florence High School has been recognized as a finalist for the 2025 Palmetto’s Finest award, marking a significant achievement for the school...
News Summary In a historic night for Francis Marion University, senior center Lauryn Taylor achieved a remarkable feat by shattering the NCAA rebounding record with...
News Summary Following recent closures due to a winter storm, Florence School District 3 is implementing make-up days on February 12, 13, 14, and 17....
News Summary Francis Marion University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams displayed outstanding performance, sweeping King University in thrilling matchups. The men’s team triumphed with an...