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Tragedy Strikes: Augusta Apartments Ravaged by Late Night Fire
Late Wednesday night, tragedy struck the Nine Two Six West Apartments in Augusta as a devastating fire tore through an apartment building, leaving multiple families displaced and in shock. The incident, which unfolded shortly before 11 PM, drew a massive response from local police and the fire department, with reports...
Police presence at Augusta Mall
Scenes from the site of crash on I-20 at Lewiston Road. This was the scene after a crash on rought eastbound Interstate 20 traffic to a standstill at Lewiston Road on July 5, 2024. Memorial to Maylashia Hogg and her unborn child. Updated: Jul. 2, 2024 at 2:10 PM EDT.
Fire Damaged Apartments During Fireworks in Richmond County
Fire damaged apartments in the 900 block of Stevens Creek Road in Richmond County late last night. Augusta-Richmond County firefighters were called to the scene just before 11 pm. The caller reported hearing fireworks for over two hours before noticing a fire on the top of the building. “The caller...
Georgia prepares for above-average hurricane season
Officials at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting an 85% chance of an above-normal hurricane season in 2024. These predictions include an estimated 17 to 25 named storms, eight to 13 of which have the potential to turn into hurricanes. Four to seven of those storms are predicted to be a Category […] The post Georgia prepares for above-average hurricane season appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
City of Charleston strengthens plastic and single-use container ban
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The City of Charleston made some minor amendments to its already-enacted single-use and extra-thick plastic and container ban, with new rules also banning businesses from distributing extra-thick bags and disposable cutlery. The City's website states that customers will be encouraged to bring paper or reusable...
Goose Creek announces details of annual Fourth of July celebration
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCIV) — The City of Goose Creek announced details of their annual Fourth of July celebration and fireworks display. The event will be from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and will have live music, multiple food vendors, and free kids' activities, the city said on their website.
North Charleston boasts Lowcountry’s largest fireworks show on July 4th at Riverfront Park
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C (WCIV) — North Charleston’s Independence Day celebration is July fourth from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event boasts the Lowcountry’s largest 4th of July fireworks show and is set to be held at Riverfront Park. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. and there will be live music by the DJ Natty Heavy The Secrets, and The Chairmen of the Board.
Zunzifest returns and debuts on Hilton Head Island
Zunzi’s + Zunzibar, the Savannah-based sister brands with locations in Savannah, Tybee Island, Atlanta, and Hilton Head Island, are marking the culmination of their quarterly fundraising with a ZUNZIFEST! celebration on Tuesday, July 9. For the fundraising period ending on June 30, 2024, Zunzi’s + Zunzibar is donating 1% of all sales totaling $5,694 to Marine Reach Global. For fans in Hilton Head Island, Zunzibar will also host a grand opening celebration with an official ribbon cutting with the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce at 2 p.m.
1 dead, another injured in Columbia Fourth of July shootings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Two people were shot at apartment complexes in Columbia on Fourth of July. One man who was shot at around 3 p.m. at the Woodland Terrace Apartments, on South Beltline Boulevard near Rosewood, died after being taken to a local hospital, the Columbia police said. The...
Parking at a premium this weekend on Hilton Head Island
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) – Hilton Head Island hotels are 90% full this Fourth of July weekend. That means lots of people coming to enjoy the beach and lots of people who need a place to park. The lots at Coligny Beach and various other beaches and parks on the Island will be packed […]
Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry dissolving after over 40 years of service
BEAUFORT, S.C. (WSAV) – After over 40 years of service, Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry has announced it is dissolving and will no longer be able to provide service to Allendale, Bamberg, Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Georgetown, Hampton, Horry and Jasper counties. Tipsters providing tip information for Allendale, Bamberg, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton and Jasper […]
Rabid bat exposes dog to rabies in Summerville, health officials say
DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – State health officials say a bat found near a Summerville neighborhood tested positive for rabies and exposed a dog. The new SC Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed the bat was found near Crooked Stick Court Buremda Run. The dog exposed will be quarantined, as required by South Carolina law. […]
Add to cal: Free summer fun at the CMA
There’s plenty of summer left, COLA — and plenty of time to enjoy free access to the Columbia Museum of Art . Cool off at tomorrow night’s Spritz Mix Happy Hour happening from 4-7 p.m. (and again throughout the month), featuring a build-your-own spritz bar, rotating DJ sets, and art activities.
Ladson man almost threw away lottery ticket worth $200K
LADSON, S.C. (WCBD) – A Ladson man almost threw away a winning lottery ticket worth $200,000, state lottery officials said. The lucky player told the South Carolina Education Lottery that he didn’t think he won anything on a $5 ticket he bought at a Speedway on Ladson Road. He later picked up the ticket to […]
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