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Former Florida firebrand headlining Upstate GOP fundraiser
A former tea party favorite who unsuccessfully challenged Texas’ governor two years ago is headlining a fundraiser for an Upstate Republican party that wants to drive the Statehouse further to the right. Retired Lt. Col. Allen West, a former congressman from Florida, is the featured speaker of “A Night of Liberty and Freedom” on Aug. […]
Marlboro County officials evaluate Lake Paul Wallace dam after latest breach
BENNETTSVILLE, S.C. (WBTW) — People who live in some low-lying communities in Bennettsville are back at home Thursday night after another breach in the Lake Paul Wallace dam forced them to evacuate. It’s the second time since May the dam has failed. The latest breach affected the Richardson Park and Shady Rest communities. Marlboro County officials said […]
Florence man faces 12+ charges after motel armed robbery
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A 26-year-old Florence man is facing a slew of charges after U.S. Marshals arrested him Tuesday on outstanding warrants that included armed robbery and assault, authorities said. Direz Deon Washington had outstanding warrants with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office of first-degree burglary, criminal conspiracy, common law conspiracy, grand larceny, three […]
‘I will blow that place up’: Loris man threatens Horry County police office, spells out name in phone call, report says
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — A man is being held without bond in Horry County after police said he threatened to “blow that place up” after calling the police department evidence section to ask about getting back some items that were seized in a previous arrest. Demetrick Trashawn Simon, 21, of Loris, was arrested and booked […]
Bonfire uncovers flavors and an exceptional view along with amazing food
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Bonfire is located right next to natural beauty of the Waccamaw River. However, the overwhelming awesome and deliciousness of our BBQ and Tacos adds so much more. They uncover flavors and an experience never before found in Conway. Their smoked meats provide the delicious taste...
Miss Genesis Anderson and Mr. Dylan Rogers Exchange Wedding Vows
On the eighth of June in two thousand and twenty-four, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny and Connie Anderson of Latta announce the marriage of their daughter, Genesis Anderson of Latta, to Dylan Rogers of Lake View, the son of Charles (Bubba) and Marsha Rogers. The wedding took place at The Southern Dream Wedding Venue in Gibson, North Carolina with Harold Cooke officiating. The wedding was sweet and spiritual in every way. It was the couple’s desire to honor their Savior, Jesus Christ, in every aspect that day and remind witnesses in attendance that “we love, because He first loved us.”
Columbia school district mismanaged childcare center construction, report finds
COLUMBIA – The South Carolina inspector general found a Columbia-area school district violated state and local laws, exposing itself to liability and wasting taxpayer dollars, when it started construction of a childcare center without the necessary approvals. State Inspector General Brian Lamkin, in his report, referred to “mismanagement” by Richland School District One, but his […]
Two South Carolina baseball alums and a Gamecock signee ink pro contracts
South Carolina baseball had three current players and three signees selected in last week's MLB Draft. All-American catcher Cole Messina and high school signee PJ Morlando were the first two to sign their pro deals, but on Wednesday, three more joined them. According to a report from Baseball America's Carlos...
Patrick Henry High School coach remembers player killed in Myrtle Beach
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Patrick Henry High School Basketball Coach Jack Esworthy is remembering Jakolbi Taylor, the 16-year-old player who was shot and killed in Myrtle Beach over the weekend. “Real infectious personality, he was great to be around,” he said. He adds that Jakolbi, who he’d known...
20-year-old's death in Manning draws state agents and a public plea
MANNING, S.C. — Manning Police are investigating the Wednesday shooting death of a 20-year-old man with help from the county deputies and state agents. A department spokesperson said deputies were called to the Bellwood area of town, where they found the victim, Christopher Forehand of Manning, with a gunshot wound. Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead by the Clarendon County Coroner's Office.
Darci Strickland announces she's leaving to start new life chapter after 27 years at WLTX
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Today is bittersweet for us at WLTX as News19’s Darci Strickland, the award-winning journalist who’s spent decades serving the viewers of the Midlands, has announced she is leaving to start a new chapter in her life after 27 years on our air. Strickland, who...
Blythewood All Stars prepare for 2024 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (WIS) - A group of 7- to 8-year-old baseball players are making their final preparations in fulfilling their dream of playing in the Diamond Youth Baseball World Series. The games begin later this week in Orangeburg which features all-star teams from 11 states across the Southeast plus the...
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