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UMO voted as preseason favorite; six Trojans earn league honors
ROCK HILL, S.C. (Aug. 22) – After finishing No. 5 in the NFHCA Division II National Coaches Poll and claiming consecutive regular season titles, the University of Mount Olive field hockey program was chosen as the favorite in the preseason South Atlantic Conference (SAC) rankings, which was released by the league office on Thursday morning.
Mass chicken dumping discovered in Edisto River raises biohazard concerns in South Carolina
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. — The Edisto Riverkeeper said he received a call Monday night from a resident about what appeared to be trash in the river. What he found was unexpected. "I realized that it wasn’t just a normal littering call,” Hugo Krispyn said. Krispyn, the Edisto Riverkeeper,...
A growing problem quietly spreads across South Carolina yards
COLUMBIA, S.C. — After a very wet August, some residents across the Midlands are experiencing increased pests that could damage their trees and yards. Caroline Harmon with Ledford’s Pest Control said that anytime a storm with a lot of moisture passes through, it leaves perfect breeding conditions for insects such as mosquitos and Palmetto bugs.
William R. Davie Center in Charlotte Closes for Expansion with New Recycling Sites Announced
Charlotte's local recyclers will need to adjust their routines as the William R. Davie Self Service Recycling Center at 4635 Pineville-Matthews Road shuts down for a major makeover starting September 10, according to the announcement for the Mecklenburg County. The temporary closure is paving the way for construction and expansion efforts set to enhance the center's capabilities which includes staffing the previously unattended site, accepting a broader array of recyclable materials, and installing new containers, aiming to reopen by the end of this year.
Mecklenburg County Public Health Hosts Big Shots Immunization Clinic for Charlotte Students Ahead of School Year
As summer ends, Mecklenburg County is reminding families about back-to-school vaccinations. The county is hosting a Big Shots Back-to-School Immunization Clinic on Saturday, September 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center in Charlotte. Michael Eby, the clinical services director at Mecklenburg County...
What’s Happening, Charlotte: your weekend event picks (Aug. 24-26)
Kick off the fall season with our weekend event picks. Catch a soccer game between Charlotte FC and New York Red Bulls. Get tickets here!. Jazz for All— Featuring the Ziad Jazz Quartet, this educational music series teaches audience members about the history and significance of jazz as a genre.
Charlotte's Mayor's Youth Employment Program Opens Career Pathways for Providence High School Senior
Exploring career options is crucial for high school students, and the city of Charlotte's Mayor's Youth Employment Program (MYEP) is opening new doors for young individuals like senior Sharvil D. of Providence High School. Through his summer internship with American Airlines, Sharvil was able to get firsthand experience in various facets of the airline industry, from the tarmac to the command center. His stint included roles in catering, baggage handling, and operations, providing a well-rounded glimpse into the field.
Here's your Window To The Weekend in The Queen City
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The countdown to the weekend is on!. And a new homestretch for the Gastonia Baseball Club, means a new name, and a new look! You can catch the Gastonia Garden Gnomes in action Friday, August 23rd through Sunday, August 25th. Baseball isn't the only thing happening...
Texan Indicted for Multi-State Cattle Theft Scheme Involving Over $780,000 in Fraudulent Transactions
A recent indictment by a federal grand jury in Charlotte has charged Clint Clifford Sicking, 40, of Muenster, Texas, with engaging in a complex cattle theft scheme that defrauded livestock markets out of $780,000. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Dena J. King for the Western District of North Carolina. The scheme, which spanned several states including North Carolina, Texas, Oklahoma, and Virginia, involved purchasing cattle with bad checks and then immediately moving them across state lines to be resold before the fraud was detected.
Richland County coroner identifies body found in woods behind Wendy’s
RICHLAND CO., S.C. (WOLO) – Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has identified the victim as Watson Smith “Smitty” Strickland Jr., 74, of Columbia, said the coroner’s office. Smitty’s body was found on Wednesday, August 14, in a wooded area next to a parking lot on Averyt...
26-year-old charged with Murder, 10 counts of Attempted Murder
AIKEN COUNTY, S.C. (WJBF) – Charges have been upgraded for a suspect involved in an Aiken County murder case that happened 4 years ago. 26-year-old Tykendran Creech is now charged with Murder and 10 counts of Attempted Murder. In November of 2020, there was a shooting at the 7th lounge on Richland Avenue East. Craig […]
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