SOCASTEE, S.C. (WBTW) — A $50 million U.S. Forest Service grant will protect more than 62,000 acres across three counties in what’s being called one of the largest conservation projects in the state’s history. “Today marks an unprecedented victory for conservation and commerce,” state forester Scott Phillips said. “The funding announced for this initiative is […]

Land conservation groups and state agencies are pushing to protect more than 60,000 acres in eastern South Carolina.

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COLUMBIA — More than 62,000 acres of land in the Pee Dee are slated for protection, marking the largest conservation easement project in the state’s history, according to a conservation group helping to arrange it. A $50 million federal Forest Legacy grant will make up the “lion’s share” of funding for the properties in Georgetown, […]

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT) is officially in its final design phase. Leaders celebrated their progress at the future site of the Shipwatch Square Transit Center. The LCRT project began in 2019, reached it 60% design phase in September, and is now awaiting federal funding in the coming years. The […]

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and Lowcountry doctors are working to spread awareness about this tragedy that impacts so many families. About one in every four pregnancies will end in a miscarriage and one in 175 pregnancies result in stillbirth, according to the...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The rain chances will be low and the temperatures will be high as we wrap up the month of October here in the Lowcountry. Halloween will stay rather dry and warm with great conditions for any evening plans. Temperatures will heat up into the 80s, but then drop into the 70s as the kids head out trick-or-treating Thursday evening. Highs will stay in the low to mid 80s through Saturday before cooling a bit into the 70s Sunday.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Representatives from Dominion Energy South Carolina, Berkeley Electric Cooperative and Santee Cooper are providing their customers ways to save on their energy bills as October is Energy Awareness Month. With the seasons changing, energy costs can fluctuate, but there are ways to keep energy use economical...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — The South Carolina Department of Transportation is working to make Lowcountry roads safer. SCDOT wants to hear from residents about how they can make the area safer for people living in the low country. The roadway department has chosen the corridor of U.S 17 and Septima P. Clark Parkway because it […]

CLARENDON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– The Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help identifying people accused of a theft at a liquor store. On Friday, Oct. 18, a theft happened at a liquor store that is attached to the Marathon Gas station located on Dingle Road in the North Santee area.

LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — Multiple city halls in the Lowcountry will be lit up teal Friday as part of an awareness raising campaign from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. More than 1,300 buildings and landmarks around the world will be lit up in teal Nov. 1 as part of theLight the World in Teal program to mark the start ofAlzheimer’s Awareness Month, according to an organization spokesperson.

Skate the Stadium returns for its highly anticipated third season at Credit One Stadium. This holiday event transforms the stadium into a winter wonderland, offering a unique experience for the Lowcountry community. From festive decorations and twinkling lights to cozy firepits and a custom-built synthetic rink, it's the perfect setting to celebrate the magic of the season. After a fun skate, guests can enjoy classic winter treats like s’mores, cinnamon sugar pretzels and hot chocolate—and for 21+ guests there will be seasonal beers and specialty cocktails to warm up.

THE FOLKS FROM FEMA HAVE BEEN A LITTLE BUSY IN THE UPSTATE AND IN NORTH CAROLINA BUT ARE NOW SETTING UP A DISASTER RECOVERY CENTER AT THE BURTON WELLS REC CENTER IN BEAUFORT COUNTY FOR THE NEXT THREE DAYS, THROUGH HALLOWEEN, FROM 8-AM TO 7-PM, TO HANDLE ANY RESIDENT CLAIMS FROM HURRICANE HELENE. THEY’RE ACTUALLY SUGGESTING THE EASIEST WAY TO START AN APPLICATION FOR DISASTER RELIEF IS TO GO TO DISASTERASSISTANCE.GOV.

After a Berkeley County man’s hunting dog was shot this month, he wants the public to understand the protections — or lack thereof — these animals face in South Carolina. Hunter KJ Rhode says he was out hunting with his dogs on Wednesday in the Francis Marion...

“Meet Your Panthers” is back again this year to showcase standout representatives of the Class of 2025. This edition features K’Mya Graham and Nyieres Porter. K’Mya is a member of the cross country and track programs and keeps a 3.72 GPA. She is the daughter of Tamika Jones. Nyieres is a a member of the football and track programs and maintains a 4.77 GPA in Dual Enrollment college courses. He is the son of Shawana and Myron Porter.