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March for Babies in Florence celebrates NICU graduates and honors those still fighting

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2 months ago

May 18, 2025

www.youtube.com – WPDE ABC15 – 2025-05-18 08:30:58

SUMMARY: The March for Babies event in Florence honored NICU graduates and supported families still facing challenges. Held at Brooks McCall Park, the walk brought together families connected to MacLeod Hospital’s NICU, which admits over 600 babies annually. For many, the event felt like a graduation, celebrating babies who survived the NICU and honoring those who didn’t. March of Dimes provides ongoing support, resources, and community to these families. South Carolina’s preterm birth rate of 11.6% earned an F grade from March of Dimes. Over $30,000 was raised to fund research, advocacy, and vital resources for NICU families in Florence.

Dozens walked with purpose to honor life’s smallest fighters.

The March of Dimes Greater Pee Dee walk took place this morning, bringing together families who have experienced the challenges of the NICU.

Families across the Pee Dee gathered at Brooks McCall Park, each one connected to Mcleod’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

The Masons family returned to celebrate a full-circle moment.

“Our experience was great we did a walk, 5 laps, here for a good cause and this little guy walked to,” Vivica Mason said.

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RCSD: Former county council member arrested

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19 hours ago

July 3, 2025

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www.abccolumbia.com – Tiffany Rigby – 2025-07-03 10:17:00

SUMMARY: Former Richland County Council member Anthony “Tony” Mizzell was arrested on June 29 after deputies observed his speeding Cadillac and initiated a traffic stop. Mizzell fled, claiming his daughter had a medical emergency, but deputies found no medical issues at the home he stopped at. The homeowner presented text messages and recordings of Mizzell threatening her. Two weapons were found in his vehicle. Mizzell became combative and threatened a deputy before being checked by EMS. Charged with failure to stop, reckless driving, third-degree domestic violence, and threatening a public official, he was later released on surety bonds.

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‘It bottlenecks every day’: Hwy. 17 construction frustrates Myrtle Beach drivers

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24 hours ago

July 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WPDE ABC15 – 2025-07-03 05:08:11

SUMMARY: Drivers in Myrtle Beach are frustrated with ongoing construction on the U.S. 17 bypass, causing daily traffic bottlenecks and long backups, especially during rush hour. The project, which began in July 2022, aims to widen the highway from two to three lanes over a mile and a half stretch but has dragged on for nearly three years. Locals report painful detours, lane reductions, and slowed speed limits without visible progress, leading many to avoid the area entirely. Businesses near the construction, like Joe’s Airport Diner, are also affected. Officials have yet to provide an updated timeline.

Drivers navigating the Highway 17 Bypass near Myrtle Beach Airport (MYR) are expressing frustration over ongoing road construction that has persisted for years.

Many locals said they avoid the area unless absolutely necessary due to the traffic congestion:

“The road getting here is terrible,” said Joe Sidoni.

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Lawsuit saga: Upstate restaurant still giving food away

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1 day ago

July 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WYFF News 4 – 2025-07-02 20:15:32

SUMMARY: Angelina, an upstate restaurant, has been serving free food because the City of Fountain Inn has refused to grant it a business license. The owners, Paul and Virginia Kelly, reveal the original lawsuit against the building’s former tenants was dropped, but the city still won’t license Angelina. Losing hundreds of thousands in revenue, Angelina has sued the city. The city offered a license if the lawsuit is dropped, which the owners call blackmail—they just want to recoup losses. The city says it’s resolving the issue and awaits court dismissal to issue a license. Meanwhile, the community supports Angelina via GoFundMe.