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Gamecocks win tough home-opener against Old Dominion 23-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The South Carolina Gamecocks began their season with a hard-fought home win against Old Dominion. This was the first time South Carolina and Old Dominion will compete on the turf, making the Gamecocks ODU’s second SEC opponent all-time. The only other time playing against an SEC team was a 42-28 loss to Vanderbilt in 2014.
Beaufort County students improving on state ELA, math tests
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) – Improvement — that is what the Beaufort County School District (BCSD) is touting after receiving the latest round of statewide test scores. But school leaders say they don’t give themselves an “A” yet. In 2024, the Beaufort County school system had 53.4% of the students in grades 3-8 meet or […]
New restaurant coming to former Liberty Tap Room location
Known as a staple in the Vista for 20 years, Liberty Tap Room & Grill closed on July 14 to undergo much needed extensive renovations, according to the owners. But Thursday morning, construction workers were spotted hanging a sign indicating a new restaurant coming to the popular dining spot. The official announcement came Friday from the Homegrown Hospitality Group that the restaurant will now reopen as their taqueria concept, Taco Mundo Kitchen Y Cantina.
Keeping you safe from dangerous bacteria in the river
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Even though Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, there are still plenty of warm days left before fall officially takes hold in the Midlands. That means a lot of people will look to cool off by swimming, kayaking, or floating down our local rivers.
City of Folly Beach extends short-term rental application deadline
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. (WCSC) - The city of Folly Beach held a special council meeting on Friday to address the short-term rentals approval process and the waitlist as community members asked for an application extension. In the original plan, the applications for a short-term rental license opened on Aug. 1...
Charleston Animal Society has 50% off adoption fees during Clear the Shelters
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – News 2 is working to find forever homes for all local dogs and cats during our annual Clear the Shelters initiative. The Charleston Animal Society is one of the area’s largest and oldest animal shelters. They are in constant need to find forever homes for the many dogs, cats, and other animals […]
Columbia gerontologist offers coping tips for National Grief Awareness Day
Caregivers must care for themselves amongst loss of loved ones. On August 30th, National Grief Awareness Day is recognized as a day for those that have experienced loss, to educate others on grief, the different ways it can play a major part in our daily lives. Recent data is showing that more Americans are caring for their elderly parents. Recent studies indicate that between 47% and 71% report grief while caring for a loved one and 20% experience complicated grief after death.
Where to Watch Old Dominion vs. South Carolina on TV or Streaming Live – August 31
The South Carolina Gamecocks are in action on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. ET against the Old Dominion Monarchs at Williams-Brice Stadium. We will dig into everything you need to know about this contest, including how to watch on SEC Network. Watch college football live without cable. Stream ACC, SEC, ESPN...
New community resource hub unveiled in Berkeley County
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce unveiled Friday the county’s third community resource hub. Chamber officials say the new hub is part of a broader plan to establish five centers to enhance connectivity in rural areas. The hubs will offer two years of free WiFi, telehealth services, wellness resources, and job […]
South Carolina football legend honored as entrance officially gets new name
South Carolina football fans are so close to watching their Gamecocks play. By the time USC enters the field from the tunnel leading out of the locker room under Williams-Brice Stadium, the sold-out crowd on George Rogers Boulevard will be raucous. However, according to a release from the South Carolina...
Vice President Harris buys Gullah sweetgrass basket from Charlestonian
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – While on a two-day bus tour through southeast Georgia, Vice President Harris made a stop to purchase a traditional Gullah sweetgrass basket from a native of Charleston. On Thursday Harris stopped at a Dottie’s Market in Savannah to buy a basket from Andrea Jefferson, a 6th generation sewer from Charleston. Andrea […]
South Carolina men arrested after fight at Gulfport Airbnb leads to shots fired
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - On Saturday, Gulfport PD announced the arrests of three suspects on the following charges:. 2 counts of aggravated assault, 1 count of assault on a law enforcement officer, 1 count of trafficking cocaine, 1 count of trafficking MDMA, 1 count of possession with intent to distribute marijuana.
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