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Manning native artist showcases “Greatest Show” in Lake City
Renowned artist Tarleton Blackwell, a native of Manning, is currently featuring his latest exhibition, “Tarleton Blackwell’s Greatest Show,” at the TRAX Visual Art Center in Lake City. The exhibition runs from June 21 to August 17, with viewings available Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
From High School to Pharmacy: PTC student gets head-start through dual enrollment
In describing his future, Fernando Reyes talks a lot about passion and drive. It’s one of the reasons he chose Dual Enrollment at Piedmont Technical College. “I wanted to get ahead of my peers,” he said. “This summer, I will be certified to be a pharmacy technician. Becoming a pharmacist is a personal drive.”
Teen airlifted to hospital after shots fired into Sumter County home
SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities say a teenager was air-lifted to an area hospital on Friday after someone fired into a home with three people inside, including a child. The Sumter County Sheriff's Office said deputies were alerted to the shooting around 9:25 p.m. on Robin Hood Avenue. Responding law enforcement found a home that had been shot several times. A 9-year-old boy, an 18-year-old man and a 49-year-old man were in the house at the time. The 18-year-old had been shot, the sheriff's office said.
Week of storms, heat, and potential flash floods
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- As we head through Sunday evening rain chances will increase as moisture continues to build in our area. We're expecting similar weather as we start off our workweek with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening due moisture and low pressure. The...
Former South Carolina baseball championship hero to play important role in MLB Home Run Derby
Over the past week, some of the Major League Baseball All-Star Game participants have been announced (and, no, South Carolina baseball fans, Christian Walker has not been named an All-Star yet). Among those slated to play in the Midsummer Classic is Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm. Bohm's selection is...
Band Of Oz Entertains The Crowd At First Friday At The Fountain
Despite the blazing heat, a huge crowd turned out to be entertained by the Band of Oz at the City of Dillon’s First Friday at the Foundation on July 5th. The Bubble Guy was once again a big hit along with the food trucks. Scrubby’s Car Wash was there promoting the opening of the new car wash. (See related article at:
Merietta Floyd of Turbeville has been named to the Spring 2024 President’s List at the University of South Carolina Sumter
Merietta Floyd of Turbeville, SC was among more than 50 students who made the President’s List in the Spring 2024 semester. To reach this high academic achievement, students must maintain a grade point average of 4.00 earned on a minimum of 12 credited semester hours at the end of the previous semester.
'Dripping with potential': Lamont Paris looks to unlock Jordan Butler's ability
While Nick Pringle and Cam Scott get most of the deserved publicity, there's another in-state talent coming back to South Carolina. Big man Jordan Butler was a top target for the Gamecocks under both Frank Martin and then Lamont Paris, but he spent a year in Missouri. Now, he's coming...
Transfer infielder Nolan Nawrocki looking to ‘reach that potential’ at South Carolina
Clemson didn't see the potential in Nolan Nawrocki. But when South Carolina came calling, he knew it was a place he could thrive at. The post Transfer infielder Nolan Nawrocki looking to ‘reach that potential’ at South Carolina appeared first on On3.
Afternoon showers and storms this Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH ) -- Sunday will start somewhat cooler weather, with lows in the 70s. On Sunday, there is another potential for rain, primarily in the afternoon. We're expecting showers and isolated thunderstorms throughout our Sunday afternoon/evening with humidity sticking around. We anticipate somewhat lower afternoon highs in the...
Upcoming Events at Saluda Shoals Park
Saluda Shoals Park is excited to announce a series of upcoming events designed to celebrate the natural beauty of the park and offer fun activities for all ages. Here’s a rundown of what’s coming up:. July 12 – Paddle and Pint, 6:00 – 8:00 PM. July...
Top-10 national prospect puts South Carolina basketball on list of favorites
South Carolina basketball coach Dawn Staley has her fingerprints all over the top-ranked prospects in the class of 2025. In fact, six of the top-10 in both the ESPN HoopGurlz and On3 Her rankings have been long-time Gamecock targets, and recently, a seventh has been hearing from USC, as well.
Shaquille Leonard’s Annual Free Youth Football Camp Held
Shaquille Leonard’s Annual Free Youth Football Camp presented by the Maniac Foundation was held on Saturday, July 6, beginning at 8:00 a.m. with registration. The event was held at the Lake View High School football field. The camp was open to boys and girls ages 7-17. The event lasted...
4-star South Carolina football target makes college commitment
In the world of recruiting, some prospect battles come down to the wire, and no one but the recruit seems to know where he will end up by the time announcement day comes. Others, though, seem pretty straightforward. The latter was the case on Friday when it came time for South Carolina football target JaDon Blair to make his college decision public.
Former Fireflies pitcher makes MLB debut
The man who closed out the first Columbia Fireflies game at Segra Park is now pitching in the big leagues. Walter Pennington’s made his MLB debut for the Kansas City Royals Friday night against the Colorado Rockies. Pennington entered the game in a jam and stranded two inherited runners while recording a pair of outs, including his first strikeout.
Priority 4-star target names South Carolina football on list of favorites
The South Carolina football program has two commitments in the class of 2026 (the number dropped from three recently when 4-star quarterback Landon Duckworth backed off of his Gamecock pledge). 4-star linebacker Rodney Colton and in-star offensive lineman Anthony Baxter are the two future Gamecocks already in the class, but USC has made moves to put themselves in solid position with multiple other prospects in the '26 cycle.
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