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When schools around the Midlands return to the classroom
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Students and teachers around the Midlands are preparing for the 2024-2025 school year. WIS compiled a list of when schools will return to the classroom:. If there’s a school that’s not our list, please send us an email at wis-webproducers@graymedia.com. Feel more informed, prepared,...
CCU alum Kevin Kane to be a series regular on ‘Law & Order: SVU’
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - One of Coastal Carolina University’s most notable alums is getting a big promotion. Kevin Kane will now be a series regular on “Law & Order: SVU” beginning with Season 26 this fall, in news first reported by Deadline on Monday. Kane himself also confirmed the news on Instagram.
‘Screaming on the inside’: North Carolina man wins $668,911 jackpot off $2 ticket
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WGHP) — Osama Lafi, of Charlotte, won a $668,911 jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. “I knew it was going to come,” Lafi said. “I just had to have patience … Finally, it happened.” Lafi played a $2 ticket on June 28 and won the top level ‘Epic jackpot’ in […]
Fair Bluff Watermelon Festival set for Saturday, July 27
FAIR BLUFF, N.C. (WECT) - The Fair Bluff Watermelon Festival is inviting the community to celebrate at Riverside Drive this Saturday, July 27. Registration for contests runs from 7:30 to 9 a.m. The big watermelon weigh-in and awards presentation will be at 10 a.m., the youth and adult watermelon eating contests will be at 10:30 a.m. and the youth and adult quality watermelon awards presentation will be at 11 a.m. You can register online for contests until 5 p.m. on Friday.
South Carolina History Calendar showcases Former Charleston Educators
A heartfelt tribute is being paid to a beloved educator and her deceased spouse in the Lowcountry. The couple’s contributions and achievements are being celebrated through this special recognition. The South Carolina Department of Education sponsors an annual calendar that acknowledges the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout...
Man wanted for felony charges in South Carolina apprehended in Monroe
MONROE, N.C. (WBTV) - North Carolina authorities said on Thursday that they caught a man wanted out of South Carolina for felony charges. On Thursday, July 25, a K9 police unit captured the man, identified as Deangelo Williams, in the North Carolina city of Monroe. Williams, 35, was wanted in South Carolina for felony charges related to breaking into cars.
SCISA Prepares to Open 55th Football Season
Goose Creek, S.C. - The South Carolina Independent Schools Association is preparing to open its 55th football season with a new two-year alignment. Can Hammond (4A), Hilton Head Christian (3A), Bethesda Academy (2A), Patrick Henry Academy (1A) and Jefferson Davis Academy (8 Man) defend their 2023 titles? Hammond will be playing for their 8th straight title in Class 4A.
Over 20 In-State 2025 Football Prospect Commit to Major Colleges At This Time
Moncks Corner — With 20 prep players committed to major college football by the time of the annual SCACA Coaches Clinic (July 21-24) being held this year in Greenville the state is a little behind where we normally are just before August football drills begin. The HSSR would like...
Pizza Hut franchisee files for bankruptcy amid legal battle
Pizza Hut franchisee EYM Pizza has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it is in the middle of a legal feud with its creditors. The franchisee, which operates 140 Pizza Hut locations in states like Georgia, South Carolina, and Wisconsin, listed Pizza Hut and Manufactures Bank as its creditors, owing $2.2 million to the pizza […]
Parkton Woman Wins $343,000 In North Carolina Instant Win Lottery Game
Carletta Woodall from Robeson County has won an astounding amount of over $343,000 in the North Carolina Education Lottery. Let’s congratulate her on her big win!. On a peaceful evening of July 11, Carletta made a life-changing decision to place a mere $1 on the Bison Bonanza digital instant game, while unwinding at her abode in Parkton. Little did she know that the game boasted of a progressive jackpot that could be won at any moment, and in her case, it happened right before she retired for the night. This stroke of good fortune led to Carletta scooping a significant amount of cash.
Lowes Foods Parent Company Closing Several Supermarkets in Carolinas
“We are working closely with store hosts who work at the three stores slated to close to offer them positions at other stores where possible,” said Tim Lowe, head of retail for Alex Lee and president of Lowes Foods. The closings are part of Alex Lee’s broader growth strategy...
Hydrogen Refueling Station to Hold Demo Day
Columbia-based companies aich2 and ImaGEN have teamed up with the City of Columbia to breathe new life into a dormant hydrogen refueling station, marking a significant step in the region’s clean energy initiative. In 2023, ImaGEN leased the former fueling station from the City of Columbia with a vision...
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