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Hampton Street Vineyards to host first Columbia Restaurant Summer Games
Get ready to support your favorite restaurants while they compete to win money for local charities during the first Columbia Restaurant Summer Games at Boyd Plaza, 1515 Main St. in Columbia, on Aug. 4, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Inspired by the 2024 Olympics in Paris, the five-part event...
Man sentenced to 15 years for 2023 Mother's Day shooting death of girlfriend
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A 44-year-old man was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter in May 2023, according to the Columbia Police Department. Elijah Lindsay pled guilty on Tuesday at his trial in the death of 48-year-old Barbara Dinkins. Dinkins was found...
Mayor addresses some concerns over new Scout Plant in Blythewood
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As construction progresses on the Scout Motors production center in Blythewood, questions and concerns about how the town will handle the expected growth are on the rise. “I think it's a historic change for South Carolina as a whole, first and foremost,” said Blythewood’s Mayor, Sloan...
Missing in South Carolina: It's been 2 years since elderly woman with dementia was last seen
PINEVILLE, S.C. — Above video: Your Wednesday headlines. It's been two years since anyone has seen an elderly South Carolina woman who vanished without a trace. According to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office, Ruth Jenkins, 78, was last seen July 16, 2022. Investigators say she was spotted around 2...
Richland County School District One hosts hiring event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Richland County School District One is hosting a hiring event Wednesday morning to showcase career opportunities the district is offering. The event is held in partnership with SC Works Midlands and takes place at 700 Taylor Street in Columbia from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Various...
Former South Carolina baseball pitcher transfers to new SEC rival
When Mark Kingston was fired as the head coach of the South Carolina baseball program, there was not a mass exodus from the program. Oftentimes, when a head coach leaves a school (for whatever reason), a large percentage of the roster enters the transfer portal and winds up playing elsewhere the following season.
Former North Charleston cop pleads guilty to Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol Riot charges
WASHINGTON (WCSC) - A former North Charleston police officer pleaded guilty to charges related to his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol building. Thomas Edward Blackwood pleaded guilty to one count of disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building and grounds and one count of parading, demonstrating or picketing in a Capitol building, according to court documents filed Tuesday.
Havelock 3-star LB Donovan Darden commits to South Carolina
The University of South Carolina has landed another defender from Eastern North Carolina. Havelock High School athlete Donovan Darden committed to the Gamecocks on Monday afternoon. According to On3, 247Sports, and Rivals, he is a 3-star prospect. The commitment comes within a month of South Carolina adding a pledge from Vance County High School edge rusher Taeshawn Alston. The Gamecocks also have a commitment from Jay M. Robinson High School wide receiver Brian Rowe.
Ex-Broker Charged With Bank Robbery Released on Bond
Your article was successfully shared with the contacts you provided. Scott Charles Tunis admitted to robbing a Truist Bank in South Carolina with a fake bomb after his 2022 arrest, records show. Tunis was registered as a broker with with RBC Capital Markets from 2014 to 2018, and Morgan Stanley...
Charleston County honors fallen EMS workers in memorial service
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston County will honor its fallen EMS workers with a memorial service at Brittlebank Park on Tuesday. Charleston County Council Vice Chair, SC state Rep. Mark Smith, National EMS Memorial Service representatives, South Carolina EMS Association representatives, and Charleston County EMS representatives will honor 36 fallen EMS professionals. The event is […]
Relief from heat and drought likely on the way
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the central and eastern Midlands until 7 pm today due to the potential of heat index values up to 108. Isolated showers will bring cooler temperatures to a lucky few, but most will stay dry and hot the remainder of the day.
Judge considers bond for off-duty officer awaiting murder trial after South Carolina shooting
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (AP) — A judge is considering whether to grant bond to a former police officer as he awaits a murder trial after an off-duty fight led to a shooting in a South Carolina fast food restaurant parking lot. Anthony DeLustro, 65, has remained jailed since his...
Drifter Fest returns with a fresh lineup including jazz, rock 'n' roll and more
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Drifter Fest returns to The Refinery for its fourth annual live music festival Sept. 14. The event, held in an outdoor amphitheater at 5 p.m., was created to celebrate the life of the late Bert Griggs with live music. This year’s headliner is The Rolling...
1st-Team All-SEC Performer Rips ‘College Football 25’ For Low Rating, Getting His Position Wrong
Hunter Rogers is not happy with EA Sports after seeing his rating and designated position tag in the new College Football ’25 video game. The South Carolina Gamecock ripped the game online after seeing his profile. Not only is his skill level viewed as particularly low, but EA Sports listed him at the wrong position completely! Rogers […] The post 1st-Team All-SEC Performer Rips ‘College Football 25’ For Low Rating, Getting His Position Wrong appeared first on BroBible.
Beaufort’s 68th annual Water Festival continues, event and tourism officials discuss the economic impact
BEAUFORT, S.C. (WTOC) - This week continues Beaufort’s 68th annual Water Festival. WTOC was there Monday and spoke with event and tourism officials in the city to learn how the ten-day long event stacks up to other festivals that take place throughout the year. Throughout its ten days of...
Luke Doty gives his impression of LaNorris Sellers
There are three quarterbacks on the South Carolina football roster who have started games collegiately, but fourth-year head coach Shane Beamer has tabbed LaNorris Sellers, the only player at the position who hasn't started a game, as his starter. Sellers' overall physical traits are unmatched, but he doesn't have some of the same experiences as his teammates.
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