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Trial over deadly shooting at North Myrtle Beach restaurant delayed
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) - A judge continued a North Carolina woman’s Horry County murder trial. LaFredia Todd’s trial was set to start on Monday but was continued at the defense attorneys’ request, according to Tonya Root with the 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Todd, of Tabor...
Popular Florence recreational trail to expand by four miles
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — Florence’s High Hill Creek Bike and Run Park is adding four miles to its recreational trail — an expansion made possible thanks to a community-supported land buy. The existing trail offers just less than five miles of single track for biking, running and hiking and is popular thanks to its easy […]
Bring your friends and family to Koger Center’s new outdoor stage
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - (Sponsored by Koger Center for the Arts.) Walk on over to Koger Center in Columbia for an array of performances at the venue’s newly reimagined outdoor plaza stage. The purpose, according to Koger Center Director Nate Terracio, is to make music and live performances accessible...
Expect a steamy week in the Midlands with rain, then intense heat
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Moisture continues to increase Monday night as our current weather system continues to move through the region, bringing lines of showers. It will probably push some low clouds, creating potential patchy fog throughout the northern and central parts of the Midlands. Monday night lows are expected...
33 days until South Carolina football kickoff, a look at number 33 Buddy Mack
The South Carolina football season is 33 days away, and the Gamecocks' on-field success this season largely will depend on how its large class of transfers can fit in and contribute. Shane Beamer's team had some major holes on the roster, and the transfer portal allowed them to be filled.
Nashville notes: Kip Moore's tour + Alan Jackson's next award
Kip Moore has announced the U.S. leg of his Nomad World Tour. Featuring opener Hannah McFarland, the tour kicks off Nov. 7 in Columbia, South Carolina, before wrapping in Boston, Massachusetts, on Dec. 14. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time. For presale information and the full schedule, visit kipmoore.net.
Preserving Luxury: The 1975 Cadillac Coupe DeVille with Just 20,000 Miles Awaits a New Owner at Competition Cars Myrtle Beach
Inherited in 2020, a meticulously maintained 1975 Cadillac Coupe DeVille awaits a new owner. Bill from Competition Cars Myrtle Beach acquired this well-preserved classic after the original family held onto it for nearly five decades. The car boasts a timeless white exterior with a contrasting burgundy top and interior, all...
Pipe flushing initiative aims to quell water discoloration concerns in Florence
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — After persistent discolored water issues, the City of Florence's Utilities Department will begin flushing lines along Alligator Road. The City consulted with engineers and determined a systematic flushing initiative should resolve the issue. Crews will utilize high-pressure methods to scour the lines of iron sediment buildup in hopes of minimizing future water discoloration issues.
Florence downtown district welcomes Smiling Scoops ice cream shop
FLORENCE, SC (WPDE) — Business in downtown Florence is booming as the district has welcomed Smiling Scoops ice-cream shop to town. Owners Stoney and Whitney Duprey, along with loved ones, and community members cut the ribbon to officially open the doors last Saturday. Smiling Scoops offers a variety of...
Ultimate HBCU Sports Preseason Division II Football Poll
The offseason brought about major changes within the Division II football ranks, particularly among the two-time reigning SIAC champion Benedict Tigers. The Tigers’ most noticeable difference came from former head coach Chennis Berry, who, along with many of the team’s key members, moved on to South Carolina State.
South Carolina women’s basketball: Getting to know freshman Maddy McDaniel
Last week, South Carolina’s newcomers met with the media for the first time. Get to know Maddy McDaniel, a 5-9 point guard from Upper Marlboro, MD. The post South Carolina women’s basketball: Getting to know freshman Maddy McDaniel appeared first on On3.
Midlands teams head to Florence for Day 3 of SC American Legion tournament
The S.C. American Legion Baseball tournament moves to Sparrow Stadium on the campus of Francis Marion in Florence with all four Midlands teams still in contention. Camden Post 17 is the lone team still in the winner’s bracket after going undefeated this past weekend. It will face Florence Post 1 in the 7:05 p.m. nightcap.
South Carolina baseball star earns summer league all-star home run derby crown
South Carolina baseball fans don't need to be told this, but Ethan Petry is really good at baseball. The 2023 All-American was excellent again in 2024, and despite playing just two years so far with the Gamecocks, he is nearing the top of the all-time USC leaderboard in most power stats. His unlimited potential with a bat in his hands has made him a top-5 MLB Draft prospect for next year.
Detainee arrested for possession dies following medical emergency
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — A 71-year-old detainee at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center died following a medical emergency and subsequent cardiac arrest. Arrested on July 22 for possession with intent to distribute, the detainee was taken to Prisma Health Hospital on July 25. On July 27, he suffered cardiac...
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