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November 20, 2009
One dead in Little River shooting
Horry County Police respond to a shooting on Oscar Road in Little River just after 5:00 p.m. Friday afternoon.
Horry County unemployment raises concerns
Horry County’s immediate economic future may not be as good as it once looked. The Coastal Workforce Center in Conway reported the county’s unemployment rate stands at 12.2 percent for October, up from September when it was 10.9 percent.
CDC survey says SC one of most obese states
The most recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention includes the first county-by-county survey of obesity nationwide, and it found that South Carolina has some of the highest rates of obesity and diabetes.
Highlights of Upcoming Events for the weekend of Nov. 21
For a complete list of events, click on “8 Days A Week” under the “Things to Do” tab on http://www.scnow.com
Lake City Rotarians hear Thanksgiving message
Lake City Rotary Club members recently heard words from local pastor to reflect on during the Thanksgiving season.
Diabetes patients learn lessons of survival from pharmacist
Nearly 70 patients gathered recently at Lake City’s Piggly Wiggly supermarket for an annual diabetes event that provided food lessons, door prizes and holiday desserts.
SC lawmakers to take up impeachment of governor
South Carolina lawmakers plan to formally consider impeaching Gov. Mark Sanford for the first time next week, the chairman of the committee beginning that work said Friday.
Senior Citizens Association to hold Thanksgiving Blessing
The Senior Citizens Association in Florence County has received donations for its Thanksgiving Blessing 2009. The donations will allow more than 150 Lake City senior members to enjoy enjoy a planned program, a nutritious meal, socialization and entertainment from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday.
Lake City girl named ‘Hero of the Month’ by Kids Wish Network
Bria Singletary, a 5-year-old girl from Lake City, was recently honored as a Kids Wish Network Hero of the Month.
Elementary students learn about science, nature
Twenty-eight students from Lake City Elementary School learned about nature and science during a recent field trip to Camp Bob Cooper.
Williamsburg Technical College Student Initiative Program accepts applications
The Williamsburg Technical College Student Initiative Program is accepting applications for spring 2010 enrollment.
Florence 1 schools superintendent Jackson to retire
Florence School District 1 Superintendent Larry Jackson will retire at the end of the school year.
Carolina Bay opens in Marion
Carolina Bay Clothing Company opened their doors for a preview night on Thursday.
Thanksgiving travel safety tips from the South Carolina Highway Patrol
The Thanksgiving holiday is a busy time on the highways. That’s why the South Carolina Highway Patrol wants to remind drivers to be extra safe during the holidays.
Planned power outage scheduled in downtown Florence
Progress Energy will conduct a planned outage at the Florence City-County Complex on Saturday and Sunday to upgrade service to the facility.
New Goodwill store opens on Grand Strand
Hundreds of anxious customers crowded the entrance to Horry County’s newest Goodwill store in Little River Friday morning. As the ribbon was cut and the doors opened, the crowds streamed in to gobble up the great deals on used items inside.
CCU football player arrested for DUI
A Coastal Carolina University football player was arrested Friday morning on driving under the influence (DUI) charges.
36 charged in SC cockfighting stings
Warrants have been issued against 36 people for their involvement in two cockfighting operations in Williamsburg and Lexington counties.
Elvington to retire in December
After serving 19 years as executive director of Hartsville Downtown Development Association, Judi Elvington is retiring effective Dec. 31.
Florence’s Harvest Hope celebrates food, truck donations
Harvest Hope Food Bank got a bit more hopeful Friday with the donation of 30 boxes of canned goods and the addition of two refrigerated trucks.
Marion community teams up to support troops
Antonio Johnson deployed to Afghanistan in August with 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Bragg, N.C.
Shortly after he left his mother, Linda Johnson began thinking of something she could do to help her son and other troops in Afghanistan.
SC unemployment rate jumps, Pee Dee rate mixed in October
The unemployment rate in South Carolina rose nearly half a percentage point in October, to 12.1 percent. Three of the 10 counties with the highest unemployment rates are located in the Pee Dee.
Oyster Roast supports Hartsville athletes
The 5th Annual Red Fox Oyster Roast and Shrimp Fest will be 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday at J. Michael’s Grill & Raw Bar, 636 Poole St., Hartsville. All proceeds support Hartsville High School (HHS) athletics.
Dillon County deputy faces domestic violence charge
A Dillon County sheriff’s deputy is facing a criminal domestic violence charge, Dillon County Sheriff Major Hulon said.
Report: Myrtle Beach doctor used cocaine, walked out of surgery
The State Department of Labor and Licensing and Regulation says Dr. Steven Matzinger used cocaine outside of work, and once walked out on a patient for half an hour during surgery.
McNeill charged with rape, murder in 5-year-old’s death
A Fayetteville man accused of kidnapping 5-year-old Shaniya Davis is now charged with first-degree murder and rape in her death. Police announced the new charges against Mario Andrette McNeill during a news conference Thursday night. Shaniya apparently died of asphyxiation, according to preliminary autopsy results.
Boeing groundbreaking set for Friday
Boeing Co.‘s transformational influence on the Lowcountry will start with a mound of dirt today but have an immeasurable impact on generations to come. The sheer scope of the aviation giant’s future $750 million plant, the largest private investment ever announced in the Charleston area, could change the economic and cultural fabric of the region.
Georgetown group objects to treated sewage going into Waccamaw River
The Georgetown County League of Women Voters is opposing the effort to place treated sewage water in the Waccamaw River.
Hearing set on ‘Elmer Fudd’
A hearing will be held Dec. 3 to address two motions related to the case of “Elmer Fudd,“ a commenter accused of posting false and defamatory information about the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce on The Sun News’ Web site, chamber attorney Cherie Blackburn said.
LETTER: Hartsville, the Art of Good Living Marketing in Full Swing
The economy may be lagging in cities around the nation, but here in Hartsville the living is decidedly good.
