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Voting rights at risk after Supreme Court makes it harder to challenge racial gerrymandering
In two recent rulings, the conservative justices handed state lawmakers new power to redraw congressional maps to their liking – including in ways that end up diluting the Black vote.
Parties react to Nikki Haley’s RNC speech, endorsement
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – Local Republicans and Democrats are reacting to former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley’s speech at the Republican National Convention. “Not only is the people of the convention ready to move forward, but I think this country’s ready to move forward,” Aiken Republican Club President KT Ruthven said. Nikki Haley endorsed former […]
Infinity Jewelers at Coastal Grand Mall was voted Best of the Grand Strand for Jewelers
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Infinity Jewelers is a local jewelry shop that carries all kinds of jewelry from bridal to hip hop. They were voted WMBF’s 2024 Best of the Grand Strand for Jewelers. They also do custom pendants and jewelry repairs. They have different sales throughout the...
Federal judge set to rule on yearslong case between North Myrtle Beach, rental company
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A federal judge in Florence is set to resolve the yearslong legal dispute between a North Myrtle Beach rental business and the city — a decision that could reshape the city’s economy. U.S. District Court Judge Joseph Dawson III is expected to rule soon in the legal battle between […]
The Farm at Ridgeway adds traditional wedding chapel
RIDGEWAY – Larry Sharpe’s late wife Eileen had long envisioned a charming wedding chapel as a necessary addition to the family’s popular Farm at Ridgeway wedding venue located on Highway 21 between Blythewood and Ridgeway. Now, almost three years after his wife’s death, Sharpe is bringing Eileen’s...
The Rains Helped Where They Fell; More on the Way
The rains last weekend did bring some improvements to parts of North and South Carolina. For details, we now turn to assistant state climatologist Corey Davis from the state climate office of North Carolina, and some areas like my Franklin County in North Carolina saw some pretty heavy rains, and some other areas got even more. What’s the result of that that you’re seeing, Corey?
Former Kershaw County DMV clerk charged in $10k scam
KERSHAW COUNTY, SC (WACH) — A former clerk with the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is charged with computer crime. ALSO | Former GOP chairman accused of stealing over $113,000. According to an arrest warrant from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) says Julia Haley Baker...
Fayetteville restaurant owner says mall booted her from food court spot to make way for chain
Cross Creek Mall welcomed two Fayetteville-owned restaurants to the food court late last year, but the two eateries disappeared nearly as quickly as they arrived. SimLo’s Jerk Hut, a sister restaurant to SimLo’s Island Cafe on Boone Trail Extension, and Manhattan Deli, a longtime Fayetteville staple with three area locations, opened mall stands in December.
South Carolina basketball alum Aliyah Boston and teammate Caitlin Clark make history
Arguably the best young duo in the WNBA is Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark. The South Carolina basketball and Iowa basketball legends likely will be the two most recent Rookie of the Years in the league (Boston won the 2023 award, and Clark is the favorite to win in 2024), and if the Fever can add a couple of pieces (and maybe bring in a new coach), they will be a scary team in the future.
Greenville bar stops serving alcohol due to 'failure of SC lawmakers'
GREENVILLE, S.C. — A Greenville restaurant and bar will no longer serve alcohol due to what it calls the "failure of SC lawmakers." (Video above: Previous coverage of the liquor liability issue) Local Cue on Orchard Park Drive posted the following on Facebook on Thursday:. "Starting today, July 18,...
29 years later, Todd Helton's domination of Clemson in 1995 CWS still has Tim Corbin in awe
Shane Monahan’s helmet was history. The Clemson star trudged into the dugout at Rosenblatt Stadium after an infuriating at-bat against Todd Helton and snapped. He wrecked his helmet and yelled at the pitcher’s mound, daring the Tennessee baseball pitcher to throw him a fastball. Tim Corbin can still remember the depth of frustration that...
Duke Endowment celebrate the work of those who have received grants in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– An organization known for its philanthropic work across the Carolinas is celebrating 100 years. On Friday morning, July 19, the Duke Endowment hosted a centennial celebration in Columbia recognizing the work of those who have received grants in the Midlands. Among those honored on Friday, the...
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