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People across SC connected to high-speed internet with $400M: ‘It completely transformed us’
COLUMBIA — When Mathew Nelson opened Chattooga River Lodge and Campground in the Appalachian foothills in 2020, visitors asked him if they could log onto the TV to play Netflix shows or hop on a virtual meeting using the Wi-Fi. Nelson had to tell them “no.” The lodge, along with the rest of rural Oconee […]
Tropical system headed this way may develop into bigger storm
MORNING NEWSBREAK | The National Hurricane Center raised the chance that a large tropical wave centered hundreds of miles east of the Lesser Antilles may develop into something stronger. And that could impact South Carolina next week. Now referred to simply as Disturbance 1, the wave has a 60% chance...
Missing in South Carolina: Police searching for 16-year-old girl who disappeared
SUMTER, S.C. — Above video: Your Wednesday headlines. Police in South Carolina need your help finding a missing teenage girl. Xy’Meria Nelson, 16, was last seen by family around 8 a.m. Tuesday in Sumter. She was reported missing Tuesday afternoon. She is 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs...
Live 5 News Rise & Shine Summer Food Drive reaches final day of fundraising
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The final day of the Live 5 News Rise & Shine Summer Food Drive has arrived, bringing with it the final opportunity to help coastal children and their families combat food insecurity. Live 5 has been partnering with the Lowcountry Food Bank since June 1 to...
Chances tick up for development; Carolinas could see tropical system early next week
The National Hurricane Center on Saturday morning outlined a 20% chance of development into a Tropical Depression or named system over the next seven days -- but by Saturday night that was up to a 40% chance.
South Carolina's liquor liability law affecting local bars. What to know about legislation
Gone are the remnants of Upstate bar and social scene favorites such as Blind Horse Saloon, Smiley's Acoustic Cafe and Rotties 221 Biergarten, all which have fallen victim to the South Carolina Liquor Liability Law, or, Bill 116. Powdersville Pub and Topside Pool Club have fallen to the law, and more will follow. ...
What is the Liquor by the Drink Tax and how much have South Carolinians contributed?
A night out at a local bar or enjoying a drink with friends at an event comes at an additional cost for South Carolina business owners. The Liquor by the Drink Tax is collected monthly for alcohol-serving businesses in the Palmetto State. Every beer, cocktail, and glass of wine sold and consumed at an event or business licensed to sell alcohol receives a five percent tax known as the Liquor by the Drink Tax; in addition...
Best Upstate high school football sophomores for 2024 SCHSL season
With the South Carolina high school football season approaching the first day of practice on Aug. 2 and Week Zero regular-season games on Aug. 23, here is a look at some of the Upstate’s top sophomores in 2024. They are listed in alphabetical order. CJ Brooks Gaffney | 6-4, 325 | Offensive line ...
Heating up to the mid and upper 90s
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — Out goes the rain, in comes the heat!. A stray shower will be possible for a few this morning and afternoon, but most should remain dry. The additional sunshine will help boost temperatures from the 70s this morning to the mid 90s this afternoon. With...
Spinx Expands in South Carolina
The Spinx Co. has opened a new store in its home state of South Carolina. Located in Greenwood, the brand-new, full-service storefront will offer top-quality fuel and a wide array of convenience offerings. This new full-service Spinx also includes a Ride ‘N Shine car wash tunnel, with Spinx offering free...
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