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$175 million awarded to SCDOT to replace I-95 bridges over Lake Marion
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The US Department of Transportation has awarded South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) $175 million to replace four I-95 bridges across Lake Marion in Clarendon and Orangeburg counties, as part of the federal Large Bridge Project awards through the Federal Highway Administration. The existing bridges were...
Moore Farms Botanical Garden rolling out new event space as demand increases
LAKE CITY, S.C. (WBTW) — Moore Farms Botanical Garden next week will open a new event space as field trip and rental inquiries have jumped coming out of the pandemic, officials said on Monday. The 4,800-square-foot, open-air pavilion is situated behind its fire tower and welcome center. A ribbon cutting is set for 10 a.m. […]
Georgetown County School District received 22 applications during superintendent search; semi-finalists selected
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The Georgetown County School District hopes to announce its new superintendent by early October. The district, working with the South Carolina School Boards Association, began searching for a new superintendent on June 1 after Keith Price accepted a job with Lexington County School District One in the midlands. His last […]
New tutoring options for students in Clarendon County
CLARENDON COUNTY, S.C. — As the school year approaches, some Midlands students will have another resource for success: Free 24/7 online tutoring for students. Students in Clarendon County can expect these resources starting in August. "They can actually tailor the learning to the students’ needs,” Dr. Keisa Carr said....
Former North Charleston cop pleads guilty to Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol Riot charges
WASHINGTON (WCSC) - A former North Charleston police officer pleaded guilty to charges related to his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol building. Thomas Edward Blackwood pleaded guilty to one count of disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building and grounds and one count of parading, demonstrating or picketing in a Capitol building, according to court documents filed Tuesday.
New details emerge in Quentin Ravenel's fatal shooting as 911 calls are released
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — News 4 is learning more after obtaining the 911 calls from the night local musician Quentin Ravenel was killed. The North Charleston Police Department said Ravenel was shot in an officer-involved shooting. Police said Ravenel was trying to enter a house before the homeowner...
Gun brand used in Trump assassination attempt owned by Palmetto State Armory parent, newspaper reports
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The rifle brand used in Saturday’s attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is owned by the parent company of South Carolina-based Palmetto State Armory, which runs a branch in Myrtle Beach, USA Today reported on Tuesday. In 2023, Trump toured Palmetto State Armory’s Summerville plant, posing with its owner. […]
Mullins pastor nominated for Stellar Award
MULLINS, S.C. (WBTW) — A Mullins pastor has been nominated for a Stellar Gospel Award in the category for Traditional Female Gospel Artist of the year along with other award-winning artists. Eartha Edwards said at an early age she knew her voice would be a tool used to uplift people around the world. She sang her […]
Spartanburg Water joins statewide oyster recycling program
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - As the saying goes, ‘the world is your oyster,’ but did you know our world wouldn’t be the same without oysters? That’s why a second location in the Upstate is joining a statewide oyster recycling program. Spartanburg Water is the newest...
City of Columbia announces enrollment for after school programs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department said enrollment is now open to the public for the city’s after school program. The program begins Aug. 8 and will take place at four different locations across the city:. Emily Douglas Park at 2500 Wheat...
Richland County School District One hosts hiring event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Richland County School District One is hosting a hiring event Wednesday morning to showcase career opportunities the district is offering. The event is held in partnership with SC Works Midlands and takes place at 700 Taylor Street in Columbia from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Various...
Localized flooding, isolated damaging gusts possible this afternoon
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — Much like the past several days, it won't take long to heat up this morning. Temperatures are forecast to reach the mid and upper 90s by the early afternoon across the Midlands. Fortunately, widespread rain should help cool us off later in the day. Showers...
Hampton Street Vineyards to host first Columbia Restaurant Summer Games
Get ready to support your favorite restaurants while they compete to win money for local charities during the first Columbia Restaurant Summer Games at Boyd Plaza, 1515 Main St. in Columbia, on Aug. 4, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Inspired by the 2024 Olympics in Paris, the five-part event...
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