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Beaufort’s 68th annual Water Festival continues, event and tourism officials discuss the economic impact
BEAUFORT, S.C. (WTOC) - This week continues Beaufort’s 68th annual Water Festival. WTOC was there Monday and spoke with event and tourism officials in the city to learn how the ten-day long event stacks up to other festivals that take place throughout the year. Throughout its ten days of...
Luke Doty gives his impression of LaNorris Sellers
There are three quarterbacks on the South Carolina football roster who have started games collegiately, but fourth-year head coach Shane Beamer has tabbed LaNorris Sellers, the only player at the position who hasn't started a game, as his starter. Sellers' overall physical traits are unmatched, but he doesn't have some of the same experiences as his teammates.
Solar farm could soon power rural areas in Georgetown County
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)–Residents in remote areas of Georgetown County could soon see a new, less expensive, more environmentally friendly source of energy as leaders are considering building a solar farm in Lamberttown. The new solar farm project is estimated to cost over 200 million dollars. The site will take up 1,003 acres, and 400 […]
Atlanta man allegedly drives over 100 miles away to lower giant Confederate flag in South Carolina, report says
SOUTH CAROLINA, USA — An Atlanta man allegedly drove over 100 miles away in an attempt to take down a "giant" Confederate flag Saturday night, according to a report from the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office. The report stated that the 23-year-old told deputies he "doesn't agree with what it...
Kingstree man seeks recognition for historical Black cemetery
KINGSTREE, S.C. (WCSC) - After tracing his ancestry to an abandoned cemetery in the area, one Kingstree man is hoping to get the property the recognition he says it deserves. Members of the Cedar Swamp Community in Kingstree see the Old Stand Cemetery, a historical Black graveyard, as a vital link to the history and culture of the area.
Mullins pastor nominated for Stellar Award
MULLINS, S.C. (WBTW) — A Mullins pastor has been nominated for a Stellar Gospel Award in the category for Traditional Female Gospel Artist of the year along with other award-winning artists. Eartha Edwards said at an early age she knew her voice would be a tool used to uplift people around the world. She sang her […]
Hanahan alum Trey Pooser picked by Tampa Bay in MLB Draft
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Hanahan alum Trey Pooser was selected in the 10th round of the Major League Baseball Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday afternoon. The former College of Charleston pitcher was taken with the 306th overall selection of the Draft. Pooser, who transferred to Kentucky for...
Operation Southern Slow Down: Effort to combat speeding to save lives
TALLAHASSEE, FL (352today.com) – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is trying to put the brakes on unsafe driving. FDOT in partnership with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is conducting Operation Southern Slow Down 2024. The week-long speed enforcement and education campaign kicked off on Monday.
Shrimpers in the Lowcountry resist imported shrimp
In McClellanville, South Carolina, two programs are striving to promote tighter regulations that would guarantee fair trade practices for shrimp in the Lowcountry. The South Carolina Shrimpers Association, in partnership with the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium, is organizing a series of workshops aimed at bringing together shrimpers who are grappling with the issue of cheaper imported shrimp.
Man Wins $100,000 With Lottery Strategy From Watching ‘Lottery Changed My Life’
Is there a strategy to winning the Lottery? Well, there might be... If you've ever seen "Lottery Changed My Life" on TLC, you might remember the episode where a former Lottery winner shared what he claims was his strategy for winning. A South Carolina man says he's been using the...
Head to over 60 area restaurants for Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer starting July 18
Duke’s Mayonnaise has “got that twang” and Charleston has got tomato fever this week when the classic southern condiment brand teams up with over 60 local bars, restaurants and catering companies to present Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer from July 18 through July 28. The annual event,...
More than $100K in upgrades coming to Walterboro’s Washington Street Plaza
WALTERBORO, S.C. (WCSC) - One state representative hopes $125,000 worth of state funding can give an area of downtown Walterboro a facelift. Washington Street in Walterboro is considered their Main Street and is home to shopping, dining and a waterfall. But the waterfall is out of commission due to plumbing issues.
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