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Friday, January 11, 2013  George Gray, 31, was booked into J. Reuben Long Detention Center at 7:30 Thursday night after being released from the hospital.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  A police chase on New Year's Eve landed a Myrtle Beach man in the hospital.

Monday, December 31, 2012  Hundreds jumped into the ocean for the Polar Bear Plunge.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  More than 1.17 million South Carolinians will hit the roads this holiday season which is one of the deadliest times of the year, according to AAA Carolinas.

Friday, January 27, 2012  A fifth suspect has been identified in connection with the New Year's Day murder of a Florence man.

Friday, January 06, 2012  The East Florence Community Organization will hold a special tribute for one of their volunteers who was murdered New Year's Day.

Monday, January 02, 2012  A Florence man who was shot to death in his home is being remembered as someone who cared about his community, especially children.

Monday, January 02, 2012  The Florence County Coroner's Office says Michael Hawkins, 49, was shot and killed inside his home on Harmony Street New Year's Day.

Sunday, January 01, 2012  About 50 people started 2012 off on a healthy and green note. They participated in a first day hikes event at Myrtle Beach State Park.

Thursday, March 03, 2011  The Lord Mayor of the London City of Westminster traveled thousands of miles to make a special visit to West Florence High School.

Thursday, January 06, 2011  A Mullins man faces several charges after police arrested him during a New Year's Eve Saturation Operation, conducted by the Mullins Police Department and the Marion County Gang Unit.

Friday, December 31, 2010  One of the most popular ways to bring in the new year is with a fireworks display.

Friday, December 31, 2010  New Year's Eve: the biggest party night of the year. But who's responsible if someone leaves your home drunk?

Friday, December 31, 2010  Columbia is holding a family friendly carnival to say goodbye to 2010

Friday, December 31, 2010  South Carolina's largest festival entertainment complex with ring in 2011 with balloon drops, fireworks, champagne toasts, music, dancing and fun for adults and kids.