HELENA SUKOVA

Nov 15 2025CRIME

Helena's Loss: A Mystery in Perry County

A man known for his craftsmanship is gone, and a woman is wanted for answers. Jeffery Holifield, the heart behind Cahaba Woodworks in Helena, was found dead in his Perry County home. The details? Still a mystery. Police are tight-lipped, but they're on the hunt for Anastassia “Anya” Cooper, a 32-year-old from Marion. She might be on the move with her dog, Banana, a m...

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Oct 22 2025CRIME

A Community's Silence After a Tragic Night

In the close-knit community of St. Helena Island, a devastating shooting has left deep wounds and unanswered questions. Amos Ramon Gary, known affectionately as Junior, was tragically killed while working as a security guard at Willie’s Bar and Grill. His family is left grappling with grief and frustration as they seek justice for their beloved brother and son. The ...

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Oct 12 2025CRIME

A Night of Chaos: Understanding the Beaufort County Bar Shooting

A shooting at Willie's Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island left a trail of devastation. Four people lost their lives, and 20 others were hurt. This happened early Sunday morning, around 1 a. m. The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office got many calls about the shooting. When they arrived, they found a crowded scene with many people injured. The injured were taken to hospi...

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May 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Weekly Roundup

There are many celebrities who have birthdays from May 25th to May 31st. It's a great time to celebrate some of the most talented people in the entertainment industry. May 25th is a special day for many actors and musicians. For example, Ann Robinson, known for her role in "War of the Worlds, " has reached an impressive 96 years of age. Ian McKellen, the lege...

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Measles Strikes a Texas Town: Vaccine Hesitancy Persists

Measles is back and causing trouble in a small Texas town. Two young lives have been lost to this highly contagious disease. Seminole, Texas, is facing a serious measles outbreak. The town is known for its strong anti-vaccine stance. Many residents believe that vaccines are harmful and that pharmaceutical companies are only interested in making money. The most recen...

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Mar 16 2025WEATHER

Storm Alert: Stay Safe in the Southeast!

A Tornado Watch has been issued for multiple parishes and counties in the Southeast. The watch includes East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite, Pike, and Wilkinson Counties. The watch is valid until 10:00 PM. The weather service has warned that there is a ch...

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Feb 22 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's Democratic Party Calls It Quits

Hong Kong's Democratic Party, once a major player in the city's political scene, has decided to shut down. The party's chair, Lo Kin-hei, made the announcement, pointing to the challenging political climate as the reason behind the decision. This isn't the first time a political group has disbanded in Hong Kong. Many have done so in recent years. The party's member...

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Feb 05 2025WEATHER

Rainalgia: Chaos Uprooted in Sonoma and Napa

Imagine this: Buckets of rain pour down, then rivers expand, flooding properties, and new rain is on the way. This scenario unfolded in Sonoma and Napa counties in California. In the heart of St. Helena, the Napa River reached 18. 44 feet and flowed into homes. You can't see the official flood stage in Napa but the dry bypass let out water ...

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Jan 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fire's Harsh Reality: A Family's Loss in Altadena

The Eaton fire swept through Altadena, leaving the Stone family without homes. Danielle Stone, her husband Bryan Davila, and their daughter Melina lost their newly bought house along with her parents' and grandmother's homes. The fire's fury was so intense that it displaced thousands of families, including multiple generations of the Stone family. Danielle, 37, and ...

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Jan 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Meghan Markle's Upcoming Show: Delayed Due to Fires, Causing a Stir

Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, was supposed to hit screens this January. But, due to the wildfires in Southern California, the Duchess of Sussex pushed back the release date. Some people think she's finally showing some smarts and concern. Others still aren't convinced. Royal photographer Helena Chard recently shared her thoughts on Markle's d...

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