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Florence County organization gifted with van to continue helping others
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Dr. Barbara Black said she's always felt compelled to help those in need and a few years ago she started an organization to help fulfill her mission. Black founded Lydia’s Nest, which is based in the Johnsonville community of Florence County. The organization...
Salsa under stars: Dance night away at Myrtle Beach social event
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Come dance the night away this weekend in Myrtle Beach at Salsa Under the Stars. The outdoor dance event will take place near The Market Common at 1229 Shine. Guests can enjoy music, food, drinks and dancing on the lawn and outdoor patio. Newbies...
3 charged with furnishing contraband at federal prison in Williamsburg County
WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - Deputies arrested three men after investigating a report of contraband packages being thrown over a fence at FCI Williamsburg last week. Luther J’Quan Antonio Brown, 28, of North Charleston; Dontae Daniel Royal, 25, of Columbia; and Lamont Terell Smalls, 27, of North Charleston, are each charged with furnishing contraband to an inmate, according to Investigator Jalisa Brown.
Countdown to camp: 11 days until South Carolina starts practice
The countdown to the start of preseason camp is on, and the South Carolina football team will take the field in just 11 days to get started on its preparation for the 2024 season. Year 4 certainly seems like a big one for head coach Shane Beamer as his team lost some momentum missing a bowl game a year ago, but there's enthusiasm internally as the Gamecocks get set to tackle the new-look Southeastern Conference.
US soldier stationed in South Korea killed in car crash, officials say
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS/Gray News) - A soldier from South Carolina stationed in South Korea has died, according to officials. A spokesperson for the 8th Army said Staff Sgt. Dorian Baker died after a crash involving a single car in Pyeongtaek on June 29. Baker was a signal support systems specialist...
Local chicken farmer raises over $900 for St. Jude through annual beach barbecue
Russ Harrelson was born and raised locally in Alcolu. He currently works as a chicken farmer, owning four chicken houses. However, he goes down to the beach once a year and barbecues a hog, selling portions and then donating the profits to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. When asked...
Global Microsoft system outage disrupts industries from banks to airports
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Much of the world faced trouble Friday after Microsoft computer systems were locked up from a security update by a cybersecurity company. A service outage happened after the company CrowdStrike pushed out an update to its clients using Microsoft systems, impacting many industries, from schools, to banks, to airlines, according to CNN.
Market after dark: Charlie's Place lights up with local flavors and flair
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Night Vendor Market was held at Charlie’s Place on Saturday. People were able to shop at vendors' booths, grab a bit from a food truck, and listen to some live music. The night market happens every third Saturday from April to September...
Splashing into safety: Myrtle Beach event dives into water awareness
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Summer is in full swing and officials in Myrtle Beach want community members to be water-aware. The Myrtle Beach Fire Department hosted a Myrtle Beach Water Safety Community event at Futrell Park on Saturday. Attendees were able to learn about water safety, how to...
Dillon County And Dillon CIty Firefighters Begin HazMat Operations Training
Earlier this week, eleven total Dillon County and Dillon City Firefighters began HazMat Operations, and many of those students will be in class the rest of the year working toward their Firefighter I and Firefighter II certification. They also have Emergency Vehicle Driver Training beginning on 7/29. Hats off to all these men and women sacrificing their time to serve.
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