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Driving an EV to Hilton Head? Teslas welcomed, others may wander for juice
Despite the growing number of electric vehicles on the road, non-Tesla EV drivers visiting Hilton Head might have trouble charging up. Here’s what there is to know about charging your car on the island before you make the trek.
Charleston carriage owner defends horses’ treatment in summer heat
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Riding in a horse-drawn carriage is a popular tourist attraction in Charleston, but with the heat of the summer, some community members express concern about the safety and health of the horses. Tommy Doyle, the general manager of Palmetto Carriage Works, says he is confident in...
New gene therapy treatments for sickle cell disease
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Jennifer Joi Jaroscak about new gene therapy treatments for sickle cell disease. Dr. Jaroscak is a Professor of Pediatrics and Director of Non-Malignant Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation at MUSC. TRANSCRIPT:. Conner: I'm Bobbi Conner for South Carolina Public Radio with Health Focus here...
Williams decides to seek another term as Hardeeville mayor
City of Hardeeville Mayor Harry Williams has announced that he has changed his mind and decided to seek a third term in office in the upcoming Nov. 5 General Election. Williams had previously stated earlier this year he would not be seeking reelection to the seat. Williams said in a...
Mount Pleasant Police investigating crash involving bicyclist
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCSC) - The Mount Pleasant Police Department is investigating a crash that involved a bicyclist and a vehicle on the Ben Sawyer Causeway. Police said on X that the Ben Sawyer Causeway was shut down in both directions for a short time around 5 p.m. Sunday. The lanes going to Sullivan’s Island from Mount Pleasant were shut down for nearly three hours while officers investigated the crash.
Soul Food Sundays provides hot meals to Lowcountry senior citizens
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Sunday marked the launch of Soul Food Sundays here in the Lowcountry. Advocates and founders of Soul Food Sundays, Coach Tony Lewis and Chef Dwayne Pierce and his team provide a plate of hot soul food staples for the elderly and less fortunate. Residents at North...
Flatland Cavalry Humbles the Folks of Charleston
Flatland Cavalry brought some Texas twang to the Lowcountry on Thursday night! A sold-out show boasted a crowd of 2,000, and the weather couldn’t have been better at the outdoor venue. The Refinery is Charleston’s newest mixed-use facility and is a local favorite, offering local vendors, great food trucks, and the prettiest Palmetto views!
Battery player fueled by passion, balances soccer and barista dreams
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - For the Charleston Battery’s Emilio Ycaza, his life dreams go beyond being a professional soccer player. He spends his spare time working in a local Mount Pleasant coffee shop, Vintage Coffee Cafe. “This is my passion,” Ycaza said. “I want to own a coffee shop...
Books-A-Million opening new store in Beaufort, SC
A large national chain bookstore and coffee shop is expanding to Beaufort, SC. Books-A-Million (BAM) is setting up shop in the Beaufort Plaza Shopping Center at 11 Robert Smalls Pkwy , just across from the street from Chipotle. With over 260 stores spanning 32 states and the District of Columbia,...
Refurbished World War II-Era Bunker on Sullivan’s Island Up For Sale
History buffs could soon own a home with a rich military history on Sullivan’s Island. Located at 3030 Brownell Ave., a World War II bunker that was converted into a home in 1972 is listed by Realtor Jurgen Bushi of Kevin Richter’s Richter & Co. “For the longtime...
School Supply Drive collects supply ahead of school year
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The City of Charleston announced the beginning of its annual School Supply Drive Wednesday, ahead of the start of the 2024 school year. Between July 17 and August 10, Holy City residents are encouraged to donate school supplies for students in need ahead of the city’s upcoming First Day Festival.
South Carolina football disrespected as Williams-Brice left off of hilariously bad stadium rankings list
Most across the world of college football have a solid understanding of the best Saturday venues in the sport. Elite environments like LSU's Tiger Stadium (AKA Death Valley) and Penn State's Beaver Stadium and historic cathedrals like Michigan Stadium (Michigan Wolverines) and Notre Dame Stadium (Notre Dame Fighting Irish) always appear near the top of these lists. South Carolina football fans have done their part over the years for Williams-Brice Stadium to be part of these discussions, too.
Cool off with Charleston’s best ice cream this summer
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – July is National Ice Cream Month, and with Charleston’s scorching summer heat, there’s no better way to cool off than with a scoop (or two) of the city’s best ice cream. As the sun beats down and temperatures rise, both locals and tourists are looking for a cool, sweet treat to […]
Mobile home burned down, 3 displaced in N. Charleston fire
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston Fire Department says two adults and one child have been displaced following a structure fire Sunday morning. Fire crews were dispatched to the 4800 block of Gaynor Avenue around 8:50 a.m. Upon arrival, they found a single-wide mobile home fully involved in...
Two 4-star South Carolina football targets announce commitments to rival programs
South Carolina football is starting the most crucial stretch of days on the 2024 recruiting calendar. The Gamecocks have at least 9 recruiting targets making their college decisions public between July 20th and August 3rd, and Shane Beamer and his coaching staff are in a good position to land a few of them.
West Ashley, Baylor basketball alum Dekeiya Cohen hosts all girls basketball camp
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - West Ashley High School and Baylor University women’s basketball alum Dekeiya Cohen returned to her alma mater in Charleston on Saturday to host her first ever youth basketball camp. Cohen says it’s always been a dream of hers to host a camp in her home...
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