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Ladson man almost threw away lottery ticket worth $200K
LADSON, S.C. (WCBD) – A Ladson man almost threw away a winning lottery ticket worth $200,000, state lottery officials said. The lucky player told the South Carolina Education Lottery that he didn’t think he won anything on a $5 ticket he bought at a Speedway on Ladson Road. He later picked up the ticket to […]
Charleston girl appears in new film debuting on July 4
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A 9-year-old Charleston girl will appear in a film being distributed around the nation starting on Independence Day. Sabina Grace Johnson has a role in “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot.” The film is based on a true events. It tells the story of 22 African American families from a rural church in Texas who adopted 77 hard-to-place children in the foster care system.
‘Warzone for dogs’: Animal shelters urge pet precautions with July 4 fireworks
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Animal shelters want pet owners to keep their animals safe ahead of the traditionally loud Independence Day. The booming sounds of fireworks range from 150 to 175 decibels. The noise is louder than some plane takeoff engines at 140 decibels. Loud noises like thunderstorms and fireworks can trigger a pet’s “fight or flight” response over the July 4 holiday.
Rabid bat discovered in Summerville; no human exposure, one dog quarantined
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — A bat found near Crooked Stick Court and Buremda Run in Summerville tested positive for rabies, the South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday. State health department officials claim no known people were exposed. One dog was exposed and will be quarantined as required...
New movie celebrates 'calling' to adopt
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — "Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot " is a story of a small East Texas church community that answered the call to adopt children that no one else would take in. Twenty-two church members adopted seventy-seven children. Burgeoning child actress, Sabina Grace Johnson,...
Actor Tony Cavalero Aids Overcrowded Animal Shelter in South Carolina
Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. The Charleston Animal Society, overwhelmed with hundreds of kittens, has gained the...
5 Charleston, SC Restaurants that offer cozy and intimate ambiance for that special night out
Are you looking for something casual, yet intimate; romantic, yet approachable? We have five (5) wonderful options that will not disappoint in Charleston, South Carolina. Click the links for the official websites and online menus. 1. R. Kitchen (212 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403): A cozy, casual restaurant in the...
Charleston airport sees 12% jump in travelers and a surge in firearms found in carry-ons
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The Charleston International Airport saw a growth of at least 12% of the number of fliers this travel period compared to last year, and with all those extra fliers, have come more incorrectly-packed firearms. Nationwide, during this Fourth of July holiday period, the Transportation...
‘Timbo’ announces new location for West Ashley boiled peanut stand
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Timothy Grainger, better known to many as Timbo the Peanut Man, announced on Wednesday a new location for his popular boiled peanut stand. Timbo has served customers from his peanut-shaped roadside stand along Highway 61 in the West Ashley area for years. But as he recently noted on his Facebook page, […]
Holy Smokes BBQ Fest brings the best of BBQ to Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Holy Smokes Lowcountry Barbeque Fest 2024 will bring more than 50 of the country’s best barbeque chefs and pitmasters to Charleston to celebrate American barbeque culture this fall. The fourth annual festival will take place on Saturday, November 9 at Riverfront Park in North Charleston. You can purchase your presale […]
Put Your Southern Hospitality On Display For July 4th
Originally Published Jun. 29, 2016. Are you still trying to figure out your holiday weekend plans? Plan a Fourth of July party to remember by throwing the doors open and hosting a big night out at home. That’s the advice of Michiel Perry, the woman behind Black Southern Belle, a...
North Charleston Heart concert postponed after lead singer announces cancer diagnosis
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Heart announced they have postponed the remaining dates on their international ‘Royal Flush Tour’ amid lead singer Ann Wilson’s cancer treatment. The band, led by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, was scheduled to perform at the North Charleston Coliseum on Oct. 17 with […]
Dr. Pye Celebrates 25 Years
Dr. Shannon Pye was born and raised in Walterboro, actually delivered by Dr. Bill Fender. His father Morris Pye worked at Farm Bureau for 40 years. They lived in Forest Hills, attended John C. Calhoun Academy and Presbyterian University. After 4 years of College, he came back home and taught sixth and seventh grade science, PE, and coached baseball and football at the Academy. Pye was accepted into Dental School at MUSC in Charleston and went off to Fort Benning. After spending a year in South Korea, he came back to Hunter Army Airfield and Fort Stewart.
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