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Midlands teams win American Legion tournament openers
Rain delays kept Chapin/Newberry Post 193/24 from becoming the fourth and final Midlands team to qualify for the South Carolina American Legion tournament until Thursday. On Friday, it joined Lexington Post 7 and Camden Post 17 in advancing to the winner’s bracket with road victories. Led by a one-hitter tossed by pitcher Jake Peterson and getting two RBI on 4-4 batting from Cooper Raines, Chapin/Newberry shut out Charleston Post 147 7-0.
Doctors encourage following updated vaccine requirements for school year
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - As students return to school, health professionals want to remind students and parents on health precautions and required vaccinations. Jon Carter, the regional medical director for Roper ExpressCare, says there is always a major spike in sicknesses and doctor’s visits around this time of year once school starts back up.
Widespread showers and storms Monday and Tuesday in South Carolina
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Monday: Widespread showers and storms coming and going. Not a complete washout, but a very good chance of at least some rain throughout the day – 80%. Heavy rain at times. Highs in the mid to upper 80s. Tuesday: More showers and storms possible Tuesday...
Panthers Welcome 10 New Coaches
Batesburg-Leesville, Greg Lawson, 3 season as Football Head Coach. The 2024-25 school year opens on July 30th this year in Batesburg-Leesville and with the new school year the Panthers welcome 10 new faces to campus with a few current coaches also moving into new roles. Seven new varsity head coaches will take over while five new assistants join the staff with the boys tennis head coaching position still to be filled.
Augusta Boxing Club celebrates 50 years
50 years of jabs, uppercuts, and hooks. The Augusta boxing club celebrated half a century Saturday. First founded by Tom Moraetes, the Augusta Boxing Club has been a place to pull kids off the streets and into the ring. Augusta Boxing celebrates half a century. 50 years of jabs, uppercuts,...
Jackets’ bats can’t keep up with birds in doubleheader
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – Forced to play two after back to back rainouts, the GreenJacket offense was curtailed in both portions of the twin bill as the Pelicans swept the day with two wins, 2-0 and 9-1. The day’s first game began as a pitchers’ duel, with JR Ritchie and Juan Bello going toe to toe and firing three consecutive zeroes each. Both arms battled without giving up any runs into the fourth, when Pelicans’ center fielder Alfonsin Rosario kicked off the bottom of the inning with a towering home run beyond the grandstand in left field. Not to be outdone, Designated Hitter Andy Garriola stepped in immediately after and did the same thing, extending his league-leading home run total to 17 and putting Myrtle Beach up 2-0 in the fourth. Ritchie would leave one batter later. Although Giomar Diaz worked 2.2 scoreless innings, the ‘Jackets offense was submerged and shut out in Game One.
Third detainee who died last week at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center identified
COLUMBIA, S.C. — An inmate has died after having a medical emergency and falling ill while being detained at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. Now, the sheriff's office is reporting that this is another opioid-related death. According to a statement from a Richland County government spokesperson, a 71-year-old detainee,...
This Weekend: “Sister Act the Musical” at Rock Hill Theatre
🎟️ Tickets are now on sale for the final production of Rock Hill Theatre’s 49th season, “Sister Act the Musical.” This highly anticipated show promises to bring joy and entertainment to all who attend. 🎤🪩. Get Your Tickets Now. Don’t miss your chance to...
In pictures: USA Cycling Masters and Junior Road National Championships
The USA Cycling Masters & Juniors Road National Championship brought bicycle riders into the area to compete. The four-day event covered roads on Fort Eisenhower from July 25-27 before moving to downtown Augusta on July 28. This is the ninth year it’s come to Augusta. Mike Adams has won...
Second annual Back 2 School Summer Town Bash draws hundreds in Summerton
The second annual Back 2 School Summer Town Bash, held on July 20th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 4th St. in Summerton, drew more than 400 attendees, surpassing last year's turnout. The event, hosted by Chief Donell Dixon, the Summerton Police Department, the Town of Summerton, and Annett Smith of Journey Helping Others, honored the late Mayor Tony Junious and celebrated community spirit and collaboration.
Phil Steele: Gamecocks should double rushing output in 2024
One of the big issues for South Carolina's offense in recent football seasons has been the Gamecocks inability to run the ball. In 2023, Carolina averaged only 85 rushing yards per game (2.8 yards per carry). With a healthy and ol�
Bond not set for man arrested in connection to shooting death of Jakolbi Taylor
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Bond was not set for murder suspect Gary Abraham during a bond hearing Sunday, July 28. Abraham will remain in custody in Horry County in Myrtle Beach. A municipal court judge in Myrtle Beach said bond would have to be set by a Circuit Court judge.
Nationwide closing of home goods retailer affecting Upstate businesses
BOILING SPRINGS, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A home goods and furniture store that has been in business for over a century is shutting its doors after filing for bankruptcy, affecting stores across the Southeast, including the Upstate. Conn’s HomePlus filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last Tuesday and announced it...
Dawn Staley Changes Tune On Caitlin Clark After Olympic Snub
South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley is changing her tune on WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark. With the Olympics getting underway this week, Staley was asked about Clark’s Team USA snub. While she was one of the committee members responsible for keeping her off the Olympic roster, Staley now believes Clark is deserving. The coach […] The post Dawn Staley Changes Tune On Caitlin Clark After Olympic Snub appeared first on BroBible.
What do Stephen Smith's injuries tell about the SC teen's death?
Years before disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh was convicted for the murders of his wife and son, there was another mystery in Murdaugh country — the death of Stephen Smith, a 19-year-old gay man whose body was found in the middle of a rural road on July 8, 2015. The medical examiner ruled it a hit and run.For years, his mother Sandy Smith wanted a second opinion, convinced Stephen's death was no accident. "There was no vehicle debris, no broken headlight … paint scrapes or anything," Hampton County Guardian editor Michael DeWitt Jr. tells "48 Hours."The case...
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