South Carolina State

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Golden Glitter

South Carolina, known for its charming small towns and scenic beauty, boasts several river towns perfect for a relaxing getaway. Here are five of the best river towns in South Carolina that promise a memorable experience with their unique charm, historical significance, and natural beauty.

Top 5 River Towns in South Carolina for a Perfect Getaway

Between the surf, sun, and sand, it’s no wonder that many of us find ourselves frequently dreaming about the beach. Whether you live in a landlocked locale or simply haven’t made it to the shore for a while, the beach is undoubtedly a restorative place to kick back and relax or have some family fun. And one state with some of the most amazing beaches around is South Carolina.

These 15 Beaches in South Carolina Are Truly Magical

North Carolina State

Pender County, NC

The Mirror US

Blayne Brown, from West Virginia, was bitten by a shark while swimming in North Carolina, and required surgery and intervention from specialists following the horrifying incident

West Virginia boy, 14, bitten by shark on leg in waist-deep water swimming at North Carolina beach

Myrtle Beach, SC

Americans tend to fall head over heels for vacation spots that tick all the boxes: sun, sand, and smiles! And if you are plotting your next getaway, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, should be at the top of your list. This place redefines the beach life, letting you live the dream of toes in the sand 365 days a year.

Why Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is Becoming an American Favorite

Cocoa Beach, FL

Fox News

Florida police say that a woman visiting Cocoa Beach was recently impaled by a beach umbrella. The umbrella dislodged from the sand and fell into the woman's leg.

Woman impaled by umbrella while sunbathing at Florida beach: police

Virginia State

A-Z-Animals

Great white sharks are fascinating animals. They’ve been the focus of many stories, movies, and television shows. Although these large predators are labeled as aggressive and blood-thirsty, this isn’t the case. Great white shark attacks are rare! They don’t actively hunt for humans, but you should never mess with a great white shark. Although not […]

The Largest Great White Sharks Ever Found Off Virginia Waters

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

Massachusetts State

Rockport, MA

Welcome toTwo Days Away, our series featuring weekend-long itineraries within a five-hour drive of your city—because sometimes we all just need a little adventure fix. Boston is considered the heart and soul of Massachusetts to many visitors, but the Bay State is brimming with seaside towns that are often unjustly overlooked. Only an hour North of Boston, Rockport is a prime example, full of storybook houses, sandy beaches, and winding streets—it’s as New England as you can get.

Experience Peak New England Charm in This Coastal Massachusetts Town

Southerners are opinionated about a lot of things. The proper way to make sweet tea, the importance of thank-you notes, and which college football teams are worth cheering on—just to name a few. In the summer, we mostly agree that the best place to vacation is at the beach. Sun, sand, and surf are universally loved, but that doesn’t mean we all agree on the best place to find the time-honored trifecta. We’ve certainly got our opinions on top Southern beaches, which means y’all undoubtedly do too. What are the best beaches in the South? Well, the jury’s still—and may always be—out. However, we were interested in what y’all had to say. So, we asked, and you answered. These are the 15 best beaches in the South, according to our readers (in no particular order).

The 15 Best Beaches In The South, According To Our Readers

King County, WA

Timothy A Gruver

A big game poacher was sentenced to 80 hours of community service and fined $8,000 by a King County judge, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported on Friday. Jason Smith, 29, was convicted for illegally killing four elk, four black bears, and five black-tailed deer in Western Washington, the department reports.

Man Sentenced for Poaching & Trespass: $8,000 Fine, 80 Hours Community Service

Straight Arrow News SANcom

In the wake of a tragic incident at Myrtle Beach, a South Carolina lawmaker is proposing a ban on large police vehicles to patrol beaches.

South Carolina rep wants police trucks banned from beaches in wake of death

Florida State

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

NewsRadio WFLA

Florida Hotel Pool Named Among The Best In The US

New Smyrna Beach tops the list, not only because of its probability of being impacted by a hurricane, but also because of the high likelihood of shark attacks. Florida’s beaches are undoubtedly beautiful, but many of them are also extremely dangerous, according to a new study by Simmrin Law.

These 10 Florida beaches are the most dangerous in the US

New Jersey State

Fernandina Beach, FL

An online video game dispute spanning across states turned violent as a man hopped on a flight to Florida to attack another gamer with a hammer, police said. “This is a weird one… some things you just can’t make up.” Florida’s Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper said on Monday.

Enraged gamer flew from New Jersey to Florida to attack rival with hammer after online argument, cops say

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Chicago Happenings

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

Charlotte, NC

Town Talks

If you’re considering a luxurious getaway close to home, you may be in luck. That’s because North Carolina is home to eight of the world’s “most outstanding” places to stay, new rankings show.

Eight North Carolina hotels among ‘most outstanding’ in the world, new rankings show

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DayMaker and Pipe Down Triumph at 2024 South Carolina Blue Marlin Invitational

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DayMaker and Pipe Down Triumph at 2024 South Carolina Blue Marlin Invitational

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