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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...
Deadly vehicle vs. cyclist accident shut down Sullivan’s Island Causeway Sunday
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – A cyclist died after being struck by a vehicle Sunday afternoon. Around 4:36 p.m., the Mount Pleasant Police Department (MPPD) responded to the accident in the area of Rifle Range Road and Ben Sawyer Boulevard. According to Sergeant Ashley Croy, the cyclist was transported to a local hospital where he […]
Learn about City Environmental Initiatives
City Council formed the Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) to advise City Council on matters of environmental impact, protections, conservation and sustainability by exploring innovations, best practices & data around changes. The committee aims to educate the community about environmental issues and city initiatives, while promoting a sustainable lifestyle. Goals. Protect...
First sea turtle nest of year hatches in Pawleys Island with 56 eggs
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. (WPDE) — On Sunday, sea turtle lovers gathered on the beach in Pawleys Island to learn about a newly hatched nest. The South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts (SCUTE) host free educational events when they monitor recently hatched nests. Sunday's nest was from a loggerhead turtle. It...
Gastonia leaders extend $15,000 lateral hiring bonus to include South Carolina officers
Gastonia leaders recently approved the expansion of a lateral hiring bonus that was originally established in April to bring experienced North Carolina police officers to the city. The program will now extend a $15,000 hiring bonus to experienced South Carolina officers that join the department, which City Council hopes will help fill more vacancies, according to Councilwoman Jennifer Stepp. ...
One dead, two hospitalized after Georgetown County crash
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Georgetown County Sunday evening. The crash happened on Highway 17 around 6:10 p.m., approximately eight miles north of Pawleys Island, Lance Cpl. Lena Butler said. Two vehicles, a 2011 Honda Accord and a 2023...
“The person that jumped over the bridge was not Shawn”: Mom speaks out about dangers of PTSD following son’s death
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A family is grieving after the loss of 37-year-old Shawn Lauver. Lauver, a Brunswick County resident, died after getting into a car crash and jumping off a bridge in Georgetown, South Carolina on July 14. His body was found two days later. His mom, Eveanne...
Charleston carriage owner defends horses’ treatment in summer heat
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Riding in a horse-drawn carriage is a popular tourist attraction in Charleston, but with the heat of the summer, some community members express concern about the safety and health of the horses. Tommy Doyle, the general manager of Palmetto Carriage Works, says he is confident in...
Soul Food Sundays provides hot meals to Lowcountry senior citizens
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Sunday marked the launch of Soul Food Sundays here in the Lowcountry. Advocates and founders of Soul Food Sundays, Coach Tony Lewis and Chef Dwayne Pierce and his team provide a plate of hot soul food staples for the elderly and less fortunate. Residents at North...
Single vehicle crash in Lowcountry leaves one person dead
JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) – The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) says a single vehicle crash has resulted in one death in the Lowcountry. According to officials, the crash happened around 11:25 p.m. on Saturday. A 2019 Dodge Coupe that was traveling north on U.S. 321 near Causeway Road, traveled off the left side of […]
South Carolina’s DNC delegation endorses Kamala Harris
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina’s Democratic National Convention delegation has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 Democratic Presidential Nomination. The delegation voted to endorse Harris on Sunday night just hours after President Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy in the race for the White House. He then endorsed his VP to carry on. […]
“24/7 Day”: Celebrate first responders in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – On Wednesday, July 24 (or “24/7 Day”), first responders in Charleston can visit select convenience store chains and receive anything from a free coffee, fountain, or frozen drink to branded swag and Gatorade as thanks for working 24/7. The convenience store industry unites for the sixth annual 24/7 Day, hosted by […]
Port Royal, Bluffton ranked among safest cities in South Carolina
In a recent study recently released before this summer by popular website safewise.com ranking the safest cities in South Carolina, Bluffton came in at a very impressive #1 on the list and on this side of the Broad River Bridge, Port Royal came in at #9. Each year, SafeWise experts...
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