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Man out on murder bond granted bond in arson case
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A man already out on bond for murder is appeared in front of a Richland County Bond Court Judge on Friday. Christian Irick, 22, charged with criminal conspiracy, was granted a $250,000 bond in court at 2 p.m. Alongside the bond amount he must...
Soda City Live: 31st Annual Lexington Community Fun Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The Lexington Community Fun Day has been a staple in the town of Lexington for over three decades!. The annual event begins the new school year with free food, entertainment, and most importantly, school supplies. (See flyer for more) Feel more informed, prepared, and connected with...
Another South Carolina basketball non-conference game on the books
South Carolina basketball coach Dawn Staley might be coming off of her third National Championship, but the Gamecock boss certainly is not resting on her laurels. Despite no need to do so, Coach Staley once again is scheduling one of the toughest slates in the country. In addition to the annual rivalry games against Clemson and UConn, South Carolina also will play against the Michigan Wolverines (in Las Vegas as part of the Hall of Fame Series for the season opener), UCLA Bruins (in Los Angeles), Duke Blue Devils (in the ACC/SEC Challenge), NC State Wolfpack (in a neutral site game in Charlotte), and Iowa State Cyclones and Purdue Boilermakers (in the Fort Myers Tip-Off).
Soda City Live: NBA Star Returns Home for Back to School Event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Columbia is home for NBA star Dillon Jones. The former Weber State basketball star and former Keenan High School, Raider returns to his old stomping grounds for a back-to-school bash. He shares the importance of giving back and remembering where you come from. Feel more informed,...
Talented in-state 4-star prospect announces surprise college commitment
The South Carolina football roster is loaded with veteran wide receivers. Gage Larvadain, Ahmari Huggins-Bruce, Dalevon Campbell, Payton Mangrum, and Luke Doty are all seniors (though, Doty could return for a sixth year in 2025), and Jared Brown is a redshirt junior. Even Nyck Harbor, just a sophomore, is expected to have just two more years in Columbia as a player with his physical profile is sure to be an intriguing NFL Draft prospect when eligible after 2025.
New NBC Show Filming in Charleston Seeking Stand-Ins
An upcoming NBC show that is filming in the Charleston area is currently accepting applications for stand-ins. Anyone that is hired will be paid $250 for each shoot day. There are no details on the show itself, but the casting website provided the following details about being a stand-on: "Job...
Hephzibah Couple Among Five People Killed In Fiery Crash On I-95 In North Carolina
A Hephzibah couple is dead and a truck driver is facing manslaughter charges after five people died in a fiery crash Wednesday on Interstate 95 in Kenly, North Carolina. The northbound lanes of I-95 were shut down for nine hours while emergency crews were on the scene. The North Carolina...
Gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices fell last week and reached an average of $3.30 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.39 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Lower Atlantic region has risen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $2.88 on Dec. 18, 2023, and as...
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and South Carolina Isn’t Happy
Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied.In a time when wallets are tightening and restaurants across the nation are feeling the heat, Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied.
WWE Friday Night SmackDown coming to Columbia in October
WWE announced 15 live events as part of its 2024 touring schedule, including a stop at Colonial Life Arena on Friday, October 18 for SmackDown. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, July 26 at 10 a.m. WWE is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The...
South Carolina Weather Alert: Cooler Weekend with Possible Showers
Columbia, SC – This weekend, South Carolina residents can expect a mix of weather conditions as temperatures drop slightly below average. A stray shower or storm is possible today, but otherwise, drier conditions are expected, with highs ranging from 87-90°F on Saturday and 88-91°F on Sunday. According...
Police: Missing South Carolina teen found dead, victim of shooting
SUMTER, S.C. — Above video: Your Friday headlines. A teenage boy reported missing in South Carolina has been found dead. According to the Sumter Police Department, the body of Derrick "CD" Wilson was discovered Thursday in the area of Hoyt and Nelson streets. Police say Derrick, who would have...
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