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White loves the mentality of Gamecocks defense
So far this month, Nick Emmanwori and Debo Williams have made pretty significant claims about South Carolina's defense, and how good they think it will be in 2024. Emmanwori told reporters in Columbia about how "nasty" and "stacked" the group is. At SEC Media Days, Williams expressed his desire for "complete domination."
Verizon to hold backpack giveaway at multiple Columbia locations
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — On Sunday, June 28th, a handful of Verizon stores across the Columbia area will be giving away free backpacks. Round Room, LLC (a Verizon authorized retailer) is giving away $3M worth of FREE backpacks at its 12th Annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” event across the U.S.
Former South Carolina baseball pitcher made professional debut Friday
There were six current South Carolina baseball players and class of 2024 Gamecock signees who heard their name called during the MLB Draft, and as of this writing, five of them have signed their first pro contracts. PJ Morlando (Miami Marlins), Cole Messina (Colorado Rockies), Eli Jones (Minnesota Twins), Garrett Gainey (Tampa Bay Rays), and Carson Messina (Toronto Blue Jays) are now under contract, while Brandon Clarke (Boston Red Sox) hasn't finalized a deal with his pro club yet.
803 Day festival set for August 3 in Columbia
The final countdown is on for the inaugural 803 Day celebration, set for August 3 in Columbia. The celebration will include a host of activities in the area, designed to unite the community in a day of joy, and pride. "We are excited to introduce the inaugural celebration of 803...
Pair of 17-year-olds among 4 charged in pistol-whipping, assault of teen at Conway-area party
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) - Two 17-year-olds are among the four total suspects in an assault at a Conway-area party earlier this month. Arrest warrants obtained by WMBF News state Grayson Meyers, Alen Ahmetovic and Andres Alvarado were recently arrested in connection to a July 19 party on Cultra Road. Booking...
No bond set for Aiken man charged in killing of Virginia teen in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — An Aiken man is facing murder and attempted murder charges for his alleged role in an early morning shooting last week that took the life of a 16-year-old Virginia basketball star. Gary Jaquise Abraham, 18, is facing one count of murder, three counts of attempted murder and one count of […]
Deceased Georgetown Co. boater identified as 59-year-old man
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The body of a boater recovered near Hagley Landing Saturday night was identified as a Pawleys Island resident. The man was identified as 59-year-old Paul Adkins, according to Georgetown County Coroner Chase Ridgeway. The S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources (SCDNR) said a boating incident...
New South Brewing teams up with Period Project for supply drive
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — New South Brewing is continuing its Summer of Love by partnering with local nonprofits. On Saturday, an item drive was held to benefit the Period Project Chapter of Myrtle Beach. The Period Project helps supply the less fortunate with feminine hygiene products. Folks could...
Columbia hosts first Book Lovers Expo, bridging authors and readers
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Book lovers and authors traveled far and wide to attend Columbia’s first Book Lovers Expo. The event, which originated in Washington, D.C., was created by the Bookbutler Publishing Company and has now arrived in Columbia. “There weren't a lot of opportunities to connect with communities,...
Stacy Bell new Thomas Sumter football coach
Dalzell – Thomas Sumter Academy will have a new football head coach for the 2024-25 school year in Stacy Bell after Brannon Tidwell, also the athletic director, stepped down. Tanner Brunson, who is now the athletic director, said Bell, who was an assistant coach at. Brookland-Cayce High School last...
USC announces new ticket policies for soccer and volleyball
South Carolina Athletics announced changes to its ticket policy for men’s and women’s soccer and volleyball as part of a multi-year strategic revenue plan. Starting with the 2024 season, there are multiple ways for fans to secure tickets for games, including the Go Pass. The Go Pass is...
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