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State grant to fund the renovation of the Carolina Theatre in downtown Florence, other theatres across the state
Florence, South Carolina – Thanks in large part to state financing, several cities are redesigning their historic theaters in a broad attempt to revitalize South Carolina’s cultural sector. Along with bringing these sites back to their former beauty, these repairs seek to boost local businesses and enhance community life.
Two men wanted for credit card fraud in Georgetown Co.
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WCBD) – The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office asks for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for credit card fraud. These individuals are being sought in connection with a case of credit card fraud at Truist Bank located on Sunnyside Avenue, Murrells Inlet. Photos courtesy of Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office Officials say […]
Excessive Heat Warning continues into Tuesday
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Another heat advisory is in effect for most of the Lowcountry, and an excessive heat warning has been issued for parts of Williamsburg and Georgetown. “It will feel like 106 to 112 this afternoon, there is a risk of a shower or thunderstorm,” says Meteorologist Josh Marthers. Temperatures are expected to […]
How the South Carolina Legislature Strengthens Tobacco Control Efforts
The [South Carolina] legislature’s final version of the state’s two-year operating budget, which the governor signed [July 3], includes additional funding for programs that help prevent kids from starting to use tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and help those already addicted quit. These programs are critical because they implement fact-based strategies to reduce tobacco use, the number one cause of preventable death nationwide and are responsible for 32.1% of cancer deaths in South Carolina.
The South Carolina Commercial Seafood Apprenticeship Program from S.C. Sea Grant Consortium
The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium is part of a national network dedicated to coastal science and education. Angela Treptow, Program Coordinator, dives into the program’s structure and its positive impact on the community. https://www.scseagrant.org/sc-commercial-seafood-apprenticeship-program/
Heat Advisory in effect for Mecklenburg, surrounding counties as temps stay hot
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Another Heat Advisory is in place for Mecklenburg and counties to its south and east on Tuesday. Tuesday marks the second day in a row where such an advisory has been issued. The advisory includes Anson, Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, Richmond, Stanly and Union counties in North Carolina,...
South Carolina women's basketball: Gamecocks in the WNBA - Week 10
South Carolina WBB: News • Schedule • Roster • Stats • SEC • Polls • WNBA • Scholarship Chart. A’ja Wilson had another A’ja Week, Mikiah Hergert Harrigan scored a career-high, and Aliyah Boston did her best A’ja. Catch up on all the action in Gamecocks in the WNBA.
Never Trump voters? Nikki Haley tells them to vote Trump 'for the sake of our nation'
MILWAUKEE — Of all the Tuesday night speakers at the Republican National Convention, Nikki Haley may have landed a particularly deflating blow to President Joe Biden's embattled presidential campaign. Haley is the former South Carolina governor who served as U.S. ambassador during the first two years of Trump's White House term. More importantly,...
Another athletic defender announces commitment to South Carolina football program
South Carolina football defensive coordinator Clayton White and his staff of assistant coaches have seemed to have a clear "type" on their recruiting board this offseason. The Gamecocks have targeted (and landed) several hybrid linebacker/EDGE prospects this recruiting cycle. Heading into Monday, the Gamecocks had received pledges from players like...
Ranking Upstate 's best defensive backs in 2024 South Carolina high school football season
With the South Carolina high school football season nearing its Aug. 23 kickoff of Week Zero, here's a look at some of the Upstate's best defensive backs in the SCHSL. The list includes three transfers, including Westside’s Armoni Weaver and Chamarryus Bomar, two-way players joining the Class AAAA state champion. Here's our ranking of the Upstate's best DBs, from 7 to 1: ...
Scattered storms and more heat on the way!
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - High temperatures are on the way up again through Wednesday, with heat index values above 100 for a good portion of the area likely again. Heat advisories may be issued again on Wednesday, so stay hydrated and take it easy if you have to be outdoors. Scattered storms and showers are likely throughout the day and evening, which will help drop temperatures at times. Higher rain and storm chances will kick in through the rest of the work week with highs dropping off into the lower 90s by the weekend.
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