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November 20, 2009
Marion group sends care packages to soldiers
A group of mothers and community members in Marion is sending care packages to troops overseas.
November 19, 2009
Illegal precious metal sales threaten Florence business
As a Florence pawn shop owner, Dave Hemmingsen depends on gold sales to keep his business going. But the illegal sale of precious metals by those without a permit are hurting threatening his livelihood.
Sanford wants to report previously unrecorded flights
One day after the State Ethics Commission announced it’s moving forward with ethics charges against Gov. Mark Sanford, the governor said he wants to amend his ethics disclosure form to report private plane flights he had not reported before.
A healthy heart may depend on how much you exercise
Lifelong exercise may be the key to staying young at heart.
Researchers say toddlers are at a greater risk of problems from secondhand smoke
Secondhand smoke may hurt toddlers and obese kids the most.
Health group reports movie threatre popcorn is bad for your health
A new study out today is giving two thumbs down to a movie lover’s favorite snack.
BlueCross BlueShield PGBA sheds 90 Florence jobs
About 90 employees at BlueCross BlueShield PGBA in Florence may be out of a job by Feb. 5.
Simple steps can prevent home repair ripoffs
Donna Coombs said this past summer she was thinking of having the concrete at her house painted and sealed.
Tips to avoid home repair ripoffs
There are some simple home repairs you can do yourself that may help you save time and money.
HopeHealth named charitable ‘Angel’ by the Secretary of State
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced this year’s charitable organizations list of “Scrooges and Angels” Wednesday in Columbia.
November 18, 2009
Jury finds Ferguson not guilty in ‘shaken baby’ homicide trial
A jury came back with a not guilty verdict in the trial of Miles Lee Ferguson, who was accused of killing his 5-week-old daughter. Prosecutors and defense attorneys finished their closing arguments shortly after 5pm Wednesday.
Florence man accused of sexually assaulting children
Police arrested a Florence man Wednesday amid accusations he sexually assaulted five children.
Team Hess of Marion wins Parenting Magazine contest
Congratulations to Team Hess of Marion. Jedd and Sheila Hess, and their two young children, were finalists for the 2010 Parenting Magazine road trip family contest.
Local instrument drive benefits Horry County students
Martha Gasque leads her Whittemore Park Middle School students in practice every day in advance of this year’s wintertime concert. Gasque says some of her students, though, can barely afford to be in band, because instruments can be so expensive. She says more than 60% of her sixth grade students use school-owned instruments.
How you cook your fish makes all the difference
We all know that eating fish can be good for your heart but a new study suggests it all depends on how it’s cooked.
Governemnt reports suicides are high among the military
Suicides in the army will hit a grim new high this year according to a top military official.
Researchers say Americans are doing a better job of lowering their cholesterol
Cholesterol levels are improving in the U.S.
Cornerstone Church in Myrtle Beach is hosting a fundrasier to help area families in need
Providing help and hope for children and families in our area is the goal of a fundraiser this Saturday, November 21, in Myrtle Beach.
Deputies investigate Dillon County club shooting
Deputies are investigating a shooting that took place outside of a Dillon County club on Tuesday night.
Deputies investigate Marlboro County home invasions
Marlboro County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a string of home invasions that took place near Clio during the past month.
November 17, 2009
Lowder knocks off Martino to win seat on Myrtle Beach City Council
Challenger Mike Lowder defeated incumbent Chuck Martino Tuesday to win one of two seats on the Myrtle Beach City Council. Both men finished behind Randal Wallace, who was re-elected in the run-off to his third term on council.
Rhodes re-elected mayor of Myrtle Beach
Voters in Myrtle Beach re-elected John Rhodes to a second term as mayor on Tuesday. Rhodes held off a challenge from former mayor Mark McBride, who he forced from office in 2005. In the runoff election, with 100% of the precincts reporting, Rhodes finished with 2,649 votes to McBride’s 2,157 votes.
Analysts ponder Jenny Sanford’s political future
Many analysts are pondering whether S.C. first lady Jenny Sanford may one day pursue a political office herself, though she has said she has no such aspirations.
Career Change 101 advice: Go with your passion
Sarah Dunn quit her job as an administrative assistant with Horry County and decided to go back to school to be a teacher.
Man charged in Marion storage burglary case
A Pageland man has been charged in connection with the burglary of several storage units last month in Marion.
Myrtle Beach voters make way to polls
Divisive issues like bike weeks, ad tax not on everyone’s minds at the polls for runoff elections Tuesday.
New report finds child food allergies increasing
Child food allergies are on the rise according to a new report.
Study finds patients with health insurance get better care
A new and troubling study by Harvard researchers shows Americans with health insurance get better care in the emergency room.
Some doctors now say women should start getting mammograms at age 50
There’s new conflicting information about when women should start getting regular mammograms.
Tips on decorating your outdoor space
Home decorating isn’t just for the inside, the outside counts too. Lack’s Outdoor Furniture has opened a new division, in-home consultation for outdoor decoration.
