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Alex Murdaugh crime books to be released, including two by murder trial jury members
Even as the post-conviction case of convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh is set to go before the South Carolina Supreme Court in hopes of a retrial, a second wave of books on the internationally known Murdaugh murder saga hits bookshelves, including chronicles from a Wall Street Journal reporter and two members of Murdaugh's jury. ...
Brick Manufacturer, Shipping Container Firm Grow In South Carolina
US Brick, a manufacturer and direct supplier of residential and commercial brick, is expanding its Richland County, South Carolina operations. The company’s $5.5 million investment will create 33 new jobs. With a focus on continuing its legacy of “Born Here. Built Here,” US Brick will modernize its facility, located in Columbia, SC with a secondary kiln and manufacturing line that will double its capacity at the site. Operations are being phased in and will be completely online by the end of 2025.
S.C. forms Smalls Monument Commission
The state’s new Robert Smalls Monument Commission is expected to hold its first meeting Aug. 28 to begin the process to place a statue on the Statehouse grounds to honor the Beaufort native. Ten members of the S.C. General Assembly have been appointed to the commission. If Small’s statue...
South Carolina extends, raises tax credit in hopes of revitalizing abandoned buildings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina leaders are hoping to further incentivize the redevelopment of abandoned buildings across the state with the expansion of a decade-old program. Gov. Henry McMaster held a ceremonial signing for S.1021 on Wednesday, a bill that extends the state’s tax credit for abandoned buildings through 2035. It also raises the […]
Georgetown County man charged with fentanyl trafficking
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Georgetown County man was arrested Saturday on charges of trafficking fentanyl, Sheriff Carter Weaver said. Shyheim Gardner, 29, of Wedgefied Village Road, was also in possession of a loaded pistol that was seized along with 846 grams of a substance that tested positive for fentanyl taken during a warrant […]
SCDNR & CMC work to finalize sale of International Drive land near nature preserve
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Conway Medical Center is working to complete a land sale with the South Carolina Dept. of Natural Resources (SCDNR). The property is located on International Drive by the Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve. It was originally proposed that the roughly 350 acres be rezoned...
First-time school board candidate unopposed in District 6
As a mother of four, Kristie Baxley is very familiar with public and private schools on the Waccamaw Neck. The Litchfield Country Club resident has set her sights on representing District 6 (Pawleys Island/Litchfield) on the Georgetown County Board of Education. She is the only candidate to file in the district.
Deadly cement truck vs. car collision, North Charleston Police investigating
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The North Charleston Police Department is investigating a deadly collision between a cement truck and a car that left two people dead. According to department spokesperson Harve Jacobs, officers responded to the area of Ashley Phosphate Road and Peppermill Parkway just after 3:30 a.m. on Saturday. There were two people […]
South Carolina school faces social media backlash for Border Patrol shirts at cantina event
What was supposed to be a fun-filled day celebrating Mexican culture took a turn for the worst when two staff members showed up wearing insensitive T-shirts. The incident occurred on July 31 during Royall Elementary School's "Royal Cantina" event. The school, located in Florence County, South Carolina, faced backlash on social media...
Man Sues Buc-ee’s Over Large Inflatable Beaver Outside Store
Whether you live by a Buc-ee's or have ever passed the behemoth structure that seems to go on for a mile, you know it's an experience to shop there. As soon as you pull up to the gas station megastore — where Keith Urban recently worked for a day — you can see that everything is giant, oversized and in your face.
SLED finds no evidence for North Charleston councilman’s allegations against police officer
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A North Charleston Councilmember accused a North Charleston police officer of misconduct after an interaction from a noise complaint lodged at the councilman’s business. The State Law Enforcement Division says no evidence supports the councilman’s claims of criminal activity. In February, Sgt. James Ryan responded to The Montague Room on […]
Watch: Tears flow in emotional reunion as South Carolina cat reunited with owner after 11 years missing
After missing for an astonishing 11 years, Sam the cat was finally reunited with his owner, leading to an incredibly emotional moment that touched the hearts of an entire nation.
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