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New orthopedic care location coming to Conway
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — A new orthopedic care location will be coming to Conway. The Conway Chamber of Commerce posted to Facebook that a new OrthoSC location is being built. A groundbreaking ceremony was held Saturday for the new facility, which will be located at 103 Professional Park Drive.
Thirteenth Annual Harnethea B. Manning Scholarship Musical Held
The 13th Annual Harnethea B. Manning Scholarship Musical was held at Brandi’s Banquet Hall on May 4, 2024. The program was opened with a prelude by Second Chance and the Welcome by Dr. Miranda E. Page. Mrs. Linda Manning Langley was the Mistress of Ceremony. The Scripture was given...
1 injured in shooting at Bennettsville shopping center
BENNETTSVILLE, S.C. (WPDE) — Police are investigating after a person was shot in the parking lot in front of Bennettsville Square on Highway 9 in Bennettsville, according to Lt. Shawn Lucas. Police blocked off the parking lot with yellow crime scene tape Sunday afternoon. The condition of the person...
Five Manning students awarded scholarships by St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54
St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54 hosted its annual scholarship donation event on July 8 at the lodge, located at 232 East Boyce Street. Five local students were awarded scholarships to assist with their college and further education expenses. The recipients, listed from left to right in the group photo, are...
Join the Richland County Guardians of the Night K9 5K run
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hosting its annual Guardians of the Night K9 5K race/run on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, South Carolina 29201. This event raises funds for the K9 team, covering costs for training,...
First Choice kicks off the school year with backpacks and free groceries
Columbia, S.C. (WACH) — Believe it or not the school year is right around the corner and families want to start the year off on the right foot. This time of the year can bring a lot of added stress for you and your wallet. “It’s a lot that...
Back to School FUNdamentals with Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - It’s hard to believe Back to School is just around the corner and Coastal Grand Mall has you covered for all your shopping needs. We loved seeing some of this year’s trending items, great clothing and shoes, backpacks, and more!. Plus, they’re hosting...
Cascade Custom Pools jilted subcontractor out of $38K, lawsuit claims
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A Myrtle Beach-based pool company at the center of a monthslong News13 investigation is being blamed for jilting a subcontractor out of more than $38,000. Pool Builders Supply of the Carolinas said in a July 19 Horry County Common Pleas Court filing that Cascade Custom Pools never paid it for […]
Splashing into safety: Myrtle Beach event dives into water awareness
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Summer is in full swing and officials in Myrtle Beach want community members to be water-aware. The Myrtle Beach Fire Department hosted a Myrtle Beach Water Safety Community event at Futrell Park on Saturday. Attendees were able to learn about water safety, how to...
Florence County organization gifted with van to continue helping others
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Dr. Barbara Black said she's always felt compelled to help those in need and a few years ago she started an organization to help fulfill her mission. Black founded Lydia’s Nest, which is based in the Johnsonville community of Florence County. The organization...
Locals compete in American Pickleball Tour's Columbia stop
Pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States in each of the last three years, and this weekend it has taken over the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The American Pickleball Tour is back in town after a successful first visit in 2023, putting on a three-day indoor tournament...
Former South Carolina baseball star sets an all-time team record
Rumors swirled this winter that South Carolina baseball legend Jackie Bradley, Jr. was retiring from professional baseball. The rumors were strong enough that national writer John Heyman even reported that the outfielder was "expected to retire." The 2010 and 2011 College World Series champion denied the rumors and has been working to get back into Major League Baseball since then.
Christmas in July fundraiser hopes to wheel in holiday cheer
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Christmas is coming early this year. A charity event for Santa’s Village Bike in a Box Program will be held at the Grand Dunes on Wednesday, July 24th. Santa himself plans to pay a visit to the fundraiser. There will be raffle prizes,...
Will Bailey coaching history and successful return to Columbia revealed
Will Bailey, returning to Columbia after coaching at Loyola University Chicago, brings a strong work ethic and recruiting skills, emphasizing meaningful relationships with players and coaches, as praised by Head Coach Lamont Paris. Bailey's coaching history includes successful stints at St. Louis and La Salle, contributing to notable improvements in each program.
Even during the All-Star break, South Carolina basketball legend A'ja Wilson can't stop winning awards
A'ja Wilson has won just about every accolade possible during her basketball career. While playing for Dawn Staley's South Carolina basketball team, Wilson was the National Player of the Year and a National Champion, and she has won two MVPS and two WNBA Finals titles since becoming a professional. While...
Delays, cancellations persist at Charleston’s airport after computer glitch
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC/AP) - A dozen flights still appear to be affected at Charleston International Airport days after a global computer software failure. The flight-tracking website Flight-Aware reported there were four delays and eight cancellations for Monday as of 7:30 a.m. The site reported Delta, Endeavor Air and Breeze...
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...
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