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U.S. Secretary of Education, Congressman meet with recipients of debt relief
DENMARK, S.C. (WACH) — People in the Midlands are getting some help paying the bill when it comes to student loan debt under a plan from the Biden Administration. The US Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, was in South Carolina to see where the billions of dollars is going.
Organization seeking funds to resolve problem of derelict boats in SC waterways
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Derelict and abandoned boats can cause several hazards for boaters and fishers utilizing the waterways, as well as marine life; a Lowcountry organization is working to solve this issue, but it needs funding to do so. Wounded Nature Working Veterans is a nonprofit organization dedicated to...
Georgetown County School District issues new rule restricting cellphone use
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)– The South Carolina Department of Education is drafting a policy banning the use of cell phones, which could start as soon as the upcoming school year. The ban is tied to a provision that districts must abide by if they receive state funding. Officials said the decision came after some counties across […]
Dave's Hot Chicken draws crowds despite rain and traffic
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) -On a rainy Friday, residents braved the weather to try the newest addition to Woodruff Road: Dave’s Hot Chicken. The Los Angeles-based restaurant, known for its spicy chicken tenders and sandwiches, has now opened its doors in Greenville, drawing significant crowds. “We stood in line...
WYFF News 4 affected by widespread tech outage
GREENVILLE, S.C. — A widespread Microsoft outage is disrupting flights, banks, companies and media outlets, including WYFF News 4. For the latest on the outage, click here. We are working to bring you the latest on this story and local news on air, but it is affecting some of our on-air operations. When we are on air you can watch it live above.
Affordable Housing Crisis: City Policies Cause Landlords To Quit
Asheville – You hear it everywhere: we need affordable housing. But what happens when city policy and non-profits’ attitudes actually cause landlords who have worked to provide affordable housing to quit? This is what some landlords are being forced to do. Terry Simmons is just one example of...
Pelosi to headline NC Democratic fundraiser as rumors swirl over Biden's candidacy
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi to speak at Dem fundraiser in Raleigh. Every year, North Carolina Democrats host what they call the “Unity Dinner” — a fundraiser that in presidential years serves as a sort of pre-convention kickoff and get-out-the-vote bonanza. This year’s dinner, to be held Saturday,...
Applebee’s Connection Drives Deal Between Qdoba and Thrive Restaurant Group
As the second largest Applebee’s franchisee, Thrive Restaurant Group CEO Jon Rolph developed a strong friendship with the brand’s former president, John Cywinski. With Cywinski now leading fast-casual brand Qdoba, it gave Rolph the confidence to franchise with the Mexican concept and sign on to develop 30 units in the Carolinas. The new agreement will build on Thrive’s portfolio, which includes Applebee’s, Bakesale, Carlos O’Kelly’s, HomeGrown and Modern Market Eatery.
First Black NC Congresswoman Eva Clayton weighs in on Biden, 2024 race
Amid growing calls as to whether President Joe Biden will stay in the 2024 presidential race, all eyes are on North Carolina with former Speaker Nancy Pelosi in town on Saturday for the NC Democrats' Unity Dinner.ABC11 spoke with Eva Clayton, a North Carolina trailblazer, on her thoughts on the future of the Biden-Harris ticket ahead of the DNC.Clayton served in Congress from 1992 to 2003, making history as the first Black Congresswoman from North Carolina. Years later, she is still very much active in paying attention to politics and remains a vocal Democrat, concerned about the future of her...
What to know about outage flight delays, cancellations at Greenville-Spartanburg Airport
Hundreds of flights were delayed and canceled Friday morning across the U.S., leaving many passengers stranded in airport lobbies with luggage in hand. Some banks and businesses were also affected, encouraging customers to carry cash on them in case credit and debit networks were down. ...
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