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Georgetown Co. accepts applications for accommodations tax grants
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Georgetown County isaccepting applications for accommodations tax grantsfor tourism-related projects and events taking place in 2025. The county began taking applications on Monday morning and will continue to do so until October 4at 5 p.m. The County Council will make final award determinations in...
City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention launches SMART Week
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — The City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention launched SMART Week on Monday. The press conference occurred at City Hall at 11 a.m. Speakers included City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention, Director Dr. Trevon Fordham, Columbia Police Chief William “Skip” Holbrook, Be SMART volunteer, Sarah Venn, Fairfield County School District, Superintendent Dr. Tony Hemingway, Calhoun County Public Schools, Chief Accountability Officer Treda Keith-Nelson, Ed.D., Richland School District One, Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon and Richland School District Two, Director of Strategic Partnerships Maria Owens.
Myrtle Beach Invitational Is A Slam Dunk
These competitive matchups will be played at the HTC Center at Coastal Carolina University down the road from Myrtle Beach in Conway, SC. During a break in the games, explore all the thrilling attractions, coastal style restaurants, fabulous shopping, and the beach, of course. The fall really is the best time to visit The Beach, with cooler temperatures and less crowds, still with plenty of Carolina sunshine. As we like to say, everyone belongs at The Beach – and that includes sports fans!
Francis Marion in Florence sees growth and renovations
FLORENCE, SC (WPDE) — Francis Marion University continues to thrive and grow as several new buildings and programs hit the campus. For the past two years, the university has been engaged in numerous building and renovation projects to meet the needs of new and growing programs. The first of...
Dillon Wins 37-21 Over Scotland County
The Dillon Wildcats won 37-21 over the Scotland County Fighting Scots Of Laurinburg, N.C., on Friday, August 23, in Dillon in varsity football action played at Dillon Memorial Stadium, Dillon, S.C. Dillon took the opening kickoff to begin the action. Neither team could muster a score in the first quarter.
MVP! A'ja Wilson continues to bolster MVP case with more records, buzzer-beating game-winner
South Carolina basketball alum A'ja Wilson is the clear 2024 WNBA MVP. As the league leader in points and blocks (she is also in 2nd place in rebounds), the Las Vegas Aces star should be the recipient of her third Most Valuable Player honor at season's end, and she added a big "MVP moment" to her resume.
High-pressure system promises dry, sunny start to the week
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Happy Monday!. As you head out the door, you might experience patchy fog or a few low clouds across some parts of the Midlands early Monday morning. We’re weakening this morning with dry conditions and temperatures in the 60s. As we go through our Monday,...
LaNorris Sellers’ long-time QB trainer Ramon Robinson previews what to expect
LaNorris Sellers will debut as South Carolina’s starting quarterback in six days. The former Florence (S.C.) South Florence star has shown Gamecock fans glimpses of what he’s capable of in spot action last season and in the spring game but few have spent more time with Sellers on a football field than Ramon Robinson, his […] The post LaNorris Sellers’ long-time QB trainer Ramon Robinson previews what to expect appeared first on On3.
USC board of trustees approves academic initiatives, renovations
The University of South Carolina’s board of trustees approved new academic initiatives, renovation projects and contracts in a meeting on Friday. The university has plans for new degrees, research centers and developments to maintain the capacity and quality of campus facilities to improve student experience, said university President Michael Amiridis.
Lydia Ko’s stirring Open win was a reminder: She’s not done just yet
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland — Five days ago, 27-year-old Lydia Ko was asked a personal question. When you decide to retire, would you do it quickly, after an epic achievement, or would you play out the rest of the season and do it then?. The implication was obvious. We’re in...
Blind surfer finds joy and waves through Adaptive Surf Project
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Adaptive Surf Project helped a blind surfer, named Ana Perrone get a custom board to help her surf with her vision impairment. James Samaha builds boards for the surf project out of Florida and made the board. Samaha said he made the...
Scott Davis: Big dreams at QB1 for the Gamecocks
Scott Davis has followed South Carolina athletics for over 40 years and provides commentary from a fan perspective. He writes a weekly newsletter year-round and a column during football season that’s published each Monday on GamecockCentral.com. Following is this week’s Scott Davis newsletter. To receive it each Friday, sign up here. It’s officially his now. After […] The post Scott Davis: Big dreams at QB1 for the Gamecocks appeared first on On3.
Photo Gallery: Soda City Comic Con kicks off with costumes, games and guest stars
Soda City Comic Con offers plenty of comics, but also much more. The Midlands' premier comic event is back this weekend, starting Saturday and concluding Sunday at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Thousands came Saturday to check out the comics, toys, art and other items for sale, meet celebrity guests,...
South Carolina kicker Alex Herrera awarded Jake Panus Walk on Scholarship
South Carolina kicker Alex Herrera became the fourth Jake Panus Walk On Scholarship recipient. Herrara graduated with a sport and entertainment management degree and is working towards a Master’s in that same program. He was recognized with the President’s Outstanding Student-Athlete Award at the 2024 Garnet & Black Spring Game.
Florence AT&T workers continue to fight against company claiming unfair labor practices
FLORENCE, SC (WPDE) — Several members of Communication Workers of America (CWA) who work with AT&T Southwest have been striking all week due to the company not bargaining in good faith, according to RC Lee, President of CWA Local 3708 Florence District. Lee said they have filed an unfair...
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