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River Bluff dominates North Augusta in straight sets
In the final match of the trimatch tonight, the Gators take down the Yellow Jackets in straight sets. Seeing her first action tonight was newcomer to the team and 8th grade setter, Ela Perez who showed quickness and versatility on running this offense. Another notable player was sophomore, middle blocker, Amelia Strainer whose 5 digs and 5 point serving run helped the Gators pull away early in the match and never look back. Senior Libero, Masyn Mclanahan was a very consistent passer and leader of the defense tonight.
FIRST LOOK: 2021 Benedictine graduate Carter Holton joins the Augusta GreenJackets
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - One of the best pitchers in Benedictine history is ready to make his mark at the professional level. Carter Holton performed well enough over his three years at Vanderbilt to be drafted 62nd overall to the Braves this past July, and he’s officially on to the professional ranks.
Friday Night Lights Showdown: Calvary Day vs. Oceanside Collegiate, SC – A Battle of Champions - Week 3 Schedule
The Calvary Cavaliers travel to Mount Pleasant on Friday for cross-state matchup with Oceanside Collegiate Academy, a program that won South Carolina’s Class AA state championship in 2023. The Landsharks, who moved up to South Carolina’s Class AAA this season, are led by sophomore quarterback Aiden Manavian. As a...
Dawn Staley and South Carolina basketball team invited to White House
South Carolina basketball coach Dawn Staley and her team have been invited to the White House to celebrate their 2023-2024 National Championship victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes, a spokesman from the White House announced. The invitation is set for a Tuesday, September 10th event that begins at 11:00 PM ET.
Courtesy boat checks available in South Carolina on Labor Day weekend
YORK COUNTY, S.C. — As lakes and waterways across South Carolina prepare for a busy weekend of boating, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources will be conducting courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings. SCDNR boating safety and enforcement officers will be on hand to perform quick and thorough...
Trees to the rescue: The Midlands' natural solution to flooding woes
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Trees have far more power than just keeping us cool. They reduce air pollution and carbon dioxide, which helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance air quality. They also lessen the risk of flooding by absorbing water runoff, a frequent problem for the Midlands. Many still...
Feeling itchy? Rising greenhouse gases could be to blame
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- With every step in the woods, a poison ivy plant may be nearby. It is a natural part of our habitat in South Carolina, and experts told WACH FOX’s Clara Faith it’s becoming more and more visible as greenhouse gases continue to rise. Herrick...
Woman looking to buy a home in Orangeburg gets shot at
ORANGEBURG, S.C. — On Saturday, deputies say a woman was shot in her car. The victim was looking to buy a home in the Brookdale neighborhood near Orangeburg. At the time she was with a male victim who was driving the car. As they were making a second pass...
Stolen ambulance chase ends with arrest in South Carolina
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities made an unusual traffic arrest after efforts by several agencies to stop a stolen ambulance on Thursday. The Richland County Sheriff's Department said it was notified on Aug. 29 about a First Priority ambulance stolen in West Columbia. A deputy located the ambulance around 5 p.m. at Clemson Road and I-20 East. Authorities said the deputies attempted to stop the ambulance, but the driver didn't pull over, so a chase followed and went several miles into Kershaw County.
17-year-old suspect sought in Allendale shooting case
ALLENDALE, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Allendale police are looking for a suspect in connection with an attempted murder. Zyshaud Dickerson, 17, is suspected in a shooting Aug. 13 on Railroad Avenue near Drayton Street. Authorities released a photo of him and said he’s 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 135 pounds.
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