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Structure fire damages St. Andrews area home
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - The St. Andrews Fire Department says it responded early Thursday morning to a fire that damaged a home. Officials say fire crews were dispatched to the 700 block of Hughes Road around 3:30 a.m. for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, crews discovered a home...
Lineup Announced For Field & Stream Music Fest In Winnsboro
(Winnsboro, SC)- The lineup is being unveiled for a new music festival happening this fall. Eric Church and Lainey Wilson will headline the event. Also performing are Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, and several others. Tickets are currently being sold for the festival.
Purple Martins are on Lake Murray
Each summer, the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their annual vacation. It is estimated that more than one million birds venture north for the summer, roosting on the island and providing spectators with a rare glimpse of one of nature’s true phenomena. This sanctuary serves as a layover for the birds on their long journey to their winter home in South America, making it the largest roosting site in North America.
New development could bring 400 new homes to Chapin Business and Technology park
CHAPIN, S.C. (WIS) - A development that’s been in the works for the last 10 years is now underway and could bring with it up to 400 new homes. The Chapin Business and Technology Park was built in 2013 and it’s off I-26 and Columbia Avenue. Until now,...
Man charged after dead dogs found in Lexington County home
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Investigators have charged a man with ill treatment of animals after an investigation uncovered dead dogs in his home. According to Lexington County investigators, 40-year-old Robert John Jachim admitted that he left the home on July 2 and didn't return. On Monday, investigators with the Lexington County Animal Services responded to the 5000 block of Corley Street, where they found five dogs inside, only two of which were still alive. Four of the dogs in the home were in wire crates, and the fifth small breed dog was dead in a bathroom. Investigators said none of the dogs had food or water.
South Carolina transportation officials divide additional transportation funding
(The Center Square) — South Carolina transportation officials have approved updates to the state's bridge program, deciding how to allocate $200 million in additional money state lawmakers approved. The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission directed half the $200 million in one-time funding to bridges on secondary roads. The remaining $100 million will go toward bridges on primary and interstate routes. The move comes one day after federal officials announced...
Doctor Shortage Part 1: SC patient says he’s been waiting a year for a surgery
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A major doctor shortage in the Carolinas is impacting patient health. Many are waiting several months or a year to get an appointment. According to data from the Association of American Medical Colleges, the doctor shortage is about twice as bad in the Carolinas and Georiga compared to some northern states. The Carolinas has around 200 active physicians per 100,000 residents. Massachusetts, Maryland, and New York have about 400 active physicians per 100,000 residents. Patients say this is taking a serious toll on their health.
Youth wresting camp starts Monday
In association with the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission, the Irmo Youth Wrestling Club – KingPins will host a Youth Wrestling Camp at the Seven Oaks Gymnasium Facility from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. The camp will run daily from 1 pm to 5 pm and is open to both boys and girls aged 4-17 of all skill levels, with beginners especially welcomed.
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