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Local restaurant talks sales on CCMF final day

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3 months ago

June 9, 2025

www.youtube.com – WPDE ABC15 – 2025-06-09 04:52:02

SUMMARY: The Carolina Country Music Fest (CCMF) in Myrtle Beach has drawn tens of thousands of fans, creating a vibrant, bustling atmosphere. Local restaurants report one of their biggest weeks of the year, preparing for heavy crowds since 2014. Despite some chaos and heavy traffic, tourists and locals enjoy the energetic vibe and good food. Businesses, especially near the strip, experience a significant nighttime rush, anticipating a surge with Kid Rock closing the festival tonight. Overall, the event boosts local sales and promises a lively night as the festival wraps up. Live coverage highlighted the positive economic impact on the community.

With tens of thousands of people attending, restaurants near the strip say they’ve been slammed.

It’s great actually, it’s on our biggest week for the year,” GS Thapa, Art Burger Sushi restaurant owner, said. “You know, we’ve been here since 2014. We know the Country Music Fest and how it’s going to impact our business, and we’re pretty much ready for this week.
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Thapa said they’ve served hundreds since Thursday, with a nighttime rush that’s hard to miss.

“I think today is the final day of their events, and I guess Kid Rock is here, so yeah, we are expecting actually late night pop, we always have like busy traffic throughout the day, but we have more business actually towards the nighttime,” Thapa said.

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Suspect arrested, identified in shooting of Charlie Kirk, officials say

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8 hours ago

September 12, 2025

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www.abccolumbia.com – ABC News – 2025-09-12 07:17:00

SUMMARY: A suspect, Tyler Robinson, has been arrested in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Utah Gov. Spencer Cox confirmed the arrest, with President Trump also confirming custody and supporting the death penalty. Robinson’s father identified and convinced him to surrender. Authorities recovered a bolt-action rifle believed to be the murder weapon, with unusual cartridge markings under investigation. The shooting occurred from a rooftop during a public event, with Kirk killed by a single shot. Over 7,000 tips were received during the manhunt. Officials vow to hold the shooter accountable, calling it a “political assassination.”

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US inflation worsened last month, putting Fed in difficult spot as job market slows

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1 day ago

September 11, 2025

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www.abccolumbia.com – Associated Press – 2025-09-11 09:43:00

SUMMARY: In August 2025, U.S. inflation increased to 2.9% year-over-year, driven by rising gas, grocery, airfare, and rental prices, surpassing the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. Core inflation remained steady at 3.1%. Despite persistent inflation, the job market weakened with slower hiring, a slight rise in unemployment to 4.3%, and a spike in layoffs. This puts the Fed in a dilemma as it prepares to cut interest rates from 4.3% to around 4.1% amid pressure from President Trump. Rising tariffs have pushed up costs for many goods, impacting both small businesses and major retailers, who face challenges balancing prices and demand.

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Trump is upsetting the US allies needed to counter China

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2 days ago

September 10, 2025

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www.abccolumbia.com – Associated Press – 2025-09-10 10:20:00

SUMMARY: President Donald Trump’s tough trade and immigration policies are straining U.S. alliances in Asia, weakening long-standing partnerships aimed at countering China’s influence. A recent incident involving the detention and shackling of hundreds of South Korean workers at a Hyundai plant in Georgia sparked outrage, undermining economic ties. Relations with India have also cooled after Trump imposed tariffs over India’s Russian oil purchases, despite prior friendly ties with Prime Minister Modi. Analysts warn these tensions risk pushing allies closer to China. While trade talks continue, concerns persist that Trump’s protectionist stance could have lasting negative effects on U.S. foreign relations in the region.

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