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A lottery ticket worth $200,000 was almost thrown away
A man from South Carolina almost threw away his scratch-off lottery ticket, which turned out to be a $200,000 winning ticket. He shared his incredible story of luck and how he almost missed out on his life-changing win. When the South Carolina Education Lottery officials approached him, the Lowcountry man...
Private school advocates speak out against lawsuit looking to take away state funding
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The upcoming school year is about a month away and the South Carolina Supreme Court is questioning whether state funding should help families pay for private educations. Gov. Henry McMaster signed a bill last spring to establish an education scholarship trust fund providing $6,000 to help pay for tuition, supplies […]
Locals compete in American Pickleball Tour's Columbia stop
Pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States in each of the last three years, and this weekend it has taken over the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The American Pickleball Tour is back in town after a successful first visit in 2023, putting on a three-day indoor tournament...
Former South Carolina baseball star sets an all-time team record
Rumors swirled this winter that South Carolina baseball legend Jackie Bradley, Jr. was retiring from professional baseball. The rumors were strong enough that national writer John Heyman even reported that the outfielder was "expected to retire." The 2010 and 2011 College World Series champion denied the rumors and has been working to get back into Major League Baseball since then.
Will Bailey coaching history and successful return to Columbia revealed
Will Bailey, returning to Columbia after coaching at Loyola University Chicago, brings a strong work ethic and recruiting skills, emphasizing meaningful relationships with players and coaches, as praised by Head Coach Lamont Paris. Bailey's coaching history includes successful stints at St. Louis and La Salle, contributing to notable improvements in each program.
Even during the All-Star break, South Carolina basketball legend A'ja Wilson can't stop winning awards
A'ja Wilson has won just about every accolade possible during her basketball career. While playing for Dawn Staley's South Carolina basketball team, Wilson was the National Player of the Year and a National Champion, and she has won two MVPS and two WNBA Finals titles since becoming a professional. While...
4-star Bryce Davis commits to Clemson football, Dabo Swinney over South Carolina, Georgia
CLEMSON — Clemson football added its second edge rusher in the 2025 class with the commitment of four-star defensive lineman Bryce Davis on Saturday. The 6-foot-3, 245-pounder from Grimsley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina, is rated as the No. 64 player nationally and the No. 3 prospect in the state by the 247Sports Composite. Davis...
SC activists protest at Fort Jackson over U.S. aid to Israel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — On Saturday, July 20, activists from the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) will gather at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, to protest U.S. aid to Israel and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This rally is part of the South Carolina People's Red Line Tour, a...
Boil water advisory issued for parts of Edgefield/Aiken Counties
EDGEFIELD/AIKEN COUNTIES, S.C. (WJBF) —- The Edgefield County Water and Sewer Authority is issuing a boil water notice for several locations in Edgefield and Aiken Counties. People who live on Bergen Rd (including but not exclusive to Bergen Place, Bergen West, Wando Woodlands, Willowwick Apts, Briton Ridge Apts.), Gregory Lake Rd area (including but not exclusive to Gregory […]
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...
Sumter Mall hosts free Back-to-School event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The Sumter Mall is thrilled to announce the Movin’ & Groovin’ Back-to-School Event on July 20 from 12 to 3 p.m. Admission is free, and attendees can register to win a gift basket filled with school essentials. “We are delighted to introduce Movin’ & Groovin’ to the Sumter community and are eager to see local organizations come together to inspire excitement and readiness for the new school year,” said Rosanna Frisch, Senior Marketing Manager.
Humane Society of York County – Pets of the Week
This handsome black and white feline is Sebastian who can be found at the Purrfect Pair Cat Café in Rock Hill, SC. He is feline friendly and loves to visit with new friends. Sebastian is estimated to be 1 year and 4 months young. He is still just a...
Cornhole World Championships Coming To Rock Hill Next Month
The nationally-televised event will be held at the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center, featuring individual, team, and pro-level players competing for thousands in prize money. The World Championship, the ACL’s largest cornhole event of the year, offers over $700,000 in payouts across more than 40 events. Over 1,100 players...
Post 43 Juniors drop opener in state tournament
NEWBERRY – Struggles abound for Fort Mill Post 43 Juniors as they fell in the opening round of the American Legion Juniors state tournament. After nearly a two-and half-hour delay to the start of the tournament because nearly 2.5 inches of rain wreaked havoc on field conditions the Newberry College baseball field the night before, Fort Mill, a fifth seed, opened the state tournament against Richland Post 215 Red falling 7-3.
Five Manning students awarded scholarships by St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54
St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54 hosted its annual scholarship donation event on July 8 at the lodge, located at 232 East Boyce Street. Five local students were awarded scholarships to assist with their college and further education expenses. The recipients, listed from left to right in the group photo, are...
KSR Today: La Familia vs. The Nawf, Peach Jam wraps up
Good morning, folks! We’ve got another unexpectedly busy day ahead of us. Today’s top priorities? La Familia hosting The Nawf in the second round of The Basketball Tournament’s Lexington Regional and Peach Jam wrapping up in North Augusta, SC. We’ll start with the former. Do you have...
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