Myra Ruiz
Senior Reporter, FOX Carolina News
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Myra Ruiz is a senior reporter for FOX Carolina News. She joined the FOX Carolina team in February 2022.
She is a familiar face for many in the Carolinas, having previously worked as a reporter in Greenville and an anchor at WACH in Columbia. Myra originally hails from Des Moines, IA and is a graduate of the University of Iowa. She regularly volunteers through the National Charity League.
What was the most memorable story you’ve covered? Being assigned to follow up on the supposed death of a Greenville County woman named Frances Patterson – but mostly known to many as “Hubba Hubba” – only to discover she was alive and well.
On the weekends, I love to: relax, watch movies and shop with my husband, Guy
My favorite movie is: a tie between psychological thrillers and comedy
My favorite kind of music is: the whole gamut, depending on my mood (except country)
My favorite food is: ice cream
Hidden talents? I am really good at communicating with cats
Hobbies? I enjoy dancing, traveling and attending live music and/or theater productions
Pets? Four cats
Children? One daughter and two stepsons
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An investigation is underway after police said a Clemson student who was in Miami for a concert died over the weekend.
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The 5th Annual From Pain 2 Purpose conference to feature stories of healing from both survivors and abusers of domestic violence.
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The Spartanburg Chapter of The Links, Inc. is bringing back 'Healthy Laughter' to USC-Upstate on April 21.
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Dorman High School's drumline has earned a spot in the top-level of a national competition.
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A food drive to benefit Project Host and its efforts to fight food insecurity kicked off at one of the most visible spots of downtown Greenville on Tuesday.
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Bell's Crossing Elementary holds its annual Veteran's Day breakfast for the first time since 2019
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Steve Grant continues to help others in the battle against drug addiction after losing both sons accidental overdoses.
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Gentry Ostendorff quit his job and opened a thrift store to spend more time with his terminally ill son, Lennox.
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The 39th Annual Aunt Het Fall Festival returns after a one-week delay due to Hurricane Ian
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The Tryon International Film Festival returns for its eighth year with eight world premieres and an expanded selection of education programs
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The prosecution has rested its case in the trial against Ray Kelly.
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After multiple objections to the court proceedings, Ray Kelly relents and agrees to be represented by the public defender appointed to his case.
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15 years after serving its first parent. Let There Be Mom has brought more than 5,000 gifts to hundreds of families
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Thousands of books await to be plucked from the shelves at the semi-annual sale by the Friends of the Greenville County Library System
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Producers have filmed a TV pilot based on "Narc's Tale" books written by Keith Grounsell.
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Workers from The Insurance Source enjoy a team-building excursion at Top Golf.
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The Greer Heritage Museum will open its first permanent exhibit on September 24.
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Dave McMeekin receives a ceremonial check from Payroll Medics, which helped him reclaim his own money
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Chief John Alexander cited 'resistance from leaders' that made the job 'impossible' led him and other officers to resign from the Pacolet Police Department
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The Tryon International Film Festival will open 'ParaGold' - a documentary about para-equestrians competing to reach the Paralympic Games
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Tayquon Johnson, former Clemson football standout, joins the Laurens Police Department
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An ongoing mission to control the cat population in downtown Anderson and some say it appears to be making a difference.
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Martin Nievera earned the nickname "Concert King of the Philippines" for his performances that attracted thousands of concertgoers
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Jet Turner, Blackburg High's head football coach, is seeking treatment for stage 4 colon cancer
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Main Street Laurens hosted organization leaders from across the state to showcase downtown growth an private-public partnerships
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Conni Togel's "Sheep Incognito" paintings feature colorful, whimsical portrayals of the animal
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Khalilah Gray, mother of Shy'heem Clemons, a former T.L. Hanna High football standout and running back for Greensboro College, speaks out about what led to the deadly shooting on what would have been her son's 20th birthday
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Race Day at Shriners took place Thursday with a special visit from NASCAR Xfinity driver Ty Gibbs
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Caroline Gilbert, founder of the Rabbit Sanctuary, has rescued thousands of rabbits since 1967
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Greg Gaines, whose sixth great-grandfather is buried in Laurens County, founded Sacred Site Research and Restoration
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The Greenville Center for Creative Arts holds showcase to name artists chosen for Brandon Fellowship and showcase members' art and upcoming events.
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The Period Project is raising awareness of its services as students prepare for a new school year
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Christina Miraglia plans to move into Habitat at Heritage Hills in the Nicholtown community with her two children before the holiday season
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Jeff Johnston's cross-country tour in an RV aims at starting conversations and building connections to find long-term solutions for mental health issues.
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Ignite Greer holds its first-ever showcase featuring youth entrepreneurs
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Keystone Camp in Brevard, N.C. is known for starting the tradition of Christmas in July.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham is proposing to raise the retirement age of pilots through the "Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act" in response to massive flight cancelations, which he blames on a pilot shortage.
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Glow Lyric Theatre performs the story of George Stinney, Jr., a 14-year-old South Carolina black boy who was wrongly accused and executed for the deaths of two white girls.
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FDA guideline change could help with blood supply by removing restriction on donors who lived in the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe
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Glow Lyric Theatre returns with a full summer festival for the first time since 2019.
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Ashley and Sam Brockinton, along with their five children, are trying to finish repairing their home after mold forced them to flee
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Greenwood Police say Keyiona Hill was fatally shot while sitting with a friend inside the Uptown Grill
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Handshakes remain an important way to make a good first impression, according to public speaking/media coach Deb Sofield
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Concerns continue over how Laurens County planners handle proposed development projects
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The Fountain Inn Museum secured $1.6 million in state funding to turn the Jones Mill site into a public park
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Reenactors help to bring Fountain Inn's history to life for an educational video
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The Walk to End Alzheimer's takes place in October but efforts are underway to build fundraising efforts now.
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Habitat for Humanity plans to build its first multifamily housing project on Jenkins Street in Greenville's Sterling community
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Internet safety expert Rick Floyd recommends more parental controls on children's devices - especially during the summer months
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