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Dawn Staley headed to Paris Olympics with First Lady Jill Biden
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Dawn Staley is heading back to Paris, France, for basketball. This time the Gamecocks head coach and three-time Olympic gold medalist is part of the Presidential Delegation headed up by First Lady Jill Biden. Two of Staley's former players will be competing in the games --...
WECO “Love Local” Business Tour of Chayz Lounge, WECO Bottle & Biergarten, new Crave Artisan Market
Chaye Alexander of Chayz Lounge, Phillip Blair of WECO Bottle and Biergarten, and Lewis Williams of Crave Artisan Market are perfect fits for our ‘Love Local’ promotion,” said Tim James, president and CEO of the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce. “All three enrich the hospitality landscape and make our community more attractive.”
Post 43 Juniors season ends in state tournament; Seniors start second round of playoffs
NEWBERRY – One bad half inning for the Fort Mill Post 43 Juniors was enough for Florence Post 1 to pull out a win. Florence edged Fort Mill 4-1 in an elimination game of the American Legion Juniors State Tournament Monday at Newberry College. James Knoll singled to get...
Chris Gordon: Director of Player Development at University of South Carolina with Successful Coaching Career
Chris Gordon was appointed as the Director of Player Development for University of South Carolina baseball on June 22, 2024. He will oversee Analytics and serve as the Camp Coordinator for the Gamecocks, relocating from the University of Texas where he was involved in hitting and pitching development. Gage Boehm...
Suspect involved in shooting with Florence authorities dies, coroner says
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — The suspect who allegedly started shooting at Florence city police officers and county sheriff’s deputies Monday night during a search warrant that led to a barricade situation died in the incident, Coroner Keith von Lutcken said. Police Capt. Stephen Starling said authorities were at a Brittany Drive address in Florence County. […]
Everything to know about Dawn Staley's South Carolina basketball freshmen for 2024-25 season
COLUMBIA — South Carolina women's basketball has three players classified as freshmen for the 2024-25 season. Joyce Edwards, Maddy McDaniel and Adhel Tac should help the defending national champions and coach Dawn Staley. South Carolina only lost star center Kamilla Cardoso, who is now in the WNBA. Edwards was...
Myrtle beach begins water line installation, replacement
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Construction is underway as a new water line is installed in Myrtle Beach to replace the current one of nearly 40 years. The new 48-inch waterline will be installed in late September at the “Mama Canal,” next to Broadway Grand Prix. It...
Christmas in July at Tri-Development Center of Aiken County
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Get ready for the winter season early this year with scarves, blankets, and hats!. That’s what you will find at the Tri-Development Center of Aiken County, where they are hosting their Christmas in July Craft Sale. Hand-made items created by members at the Tri-Development Center...
Irmo park renamed Moore Park after Jake Moore
At the July 16 Irmo Town Council meeting, the Town officially announced that the Irmo Community Park was being renamed “Moore Park” after Jake Moore. Moore received a Proclamation during the Council presentation citing his “numerous contributions to the betterment of the Irmo Community and the Midlands.” An official plaque will be placed on the amphitheater area of the park about Moore and his countless contributions to the Town of Irmo and the Irmo community. Jake Moore also secured the land for the Irmo Veteran’s Park to honor the service and sacrifice of local veterans.
Fairways for Warriors is providing hope, healing, and camaraderie for combat wounded veterans and their families
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Fairways for Warriors’ mission is to reduce the number of veteran suicides and to provide mental, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual rehabilitation to combat veterans and their families. The Grand Strand Chapter was founded in January 2023. The camaraderie and challenges of golf aids...
Yes, Chef: Myrtle Beach native to cook for homeless vets
Renowned chef and third-generation restaurateur Sam Diminich beat homelessness and addiction — 10 years and counting without drink or drugs. He beat the COVID-19 pandemic, opening the Your Farms Your Table gourmet meal delivery service in Charlotte when the virus made dining out unpalatable. The American Culinary Institute alumnus...
ColaEats Coalition raise over $80,000 in food gift cards for three school districts
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Since April, the ColaEats Coalition has been working to reduce summer food insecurity among children in three local school districts, raising over $80,000. They have aimed to reduce summer food insecurity among eligible children in Richland One, Richland Two, and Lexington/Richland Five school districts.
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