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988 crisis helpline celebrates anniversary of launch
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - June marks two years since the launch of the nationwide mental health crisis helpline 988. In 2022, 852 people died by suicide in South Carolina. To tackle the issue the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline number was launched nationwide in July of the same year. Substance...
Soldier from Columbia dies while stationed in South Korea
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A soldier from Columbia died while stationed at Camp Humphreys in South Korea, according to a spokesperson for the 8th Army. Staff Sgt. Dorian Baker, 27, died following a single car crash in Pyeongtaek on June 29, officials said. A signal support systems specialist, Baker was...
Internet company previously barred from Columbia breaks five water mains, damages neighborhood
The North-Carolina based fiber-optic company Lumos has been working across the Midlands since last fall. New water main breaks are being reported but Columbia Water says the blame is partly theirs.
South Carolina athletics worker who painted midfield logo for 40 football seasons has died
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Eddie Dunning, who painted the South Carolina Gamecock logo at midfield in Williams-Brice Stadium for 40 seasons, has died, university officials said. He was 69. South Carolina’s athletic department announced his death Wednesday. Dunning’s obituary said he died on July 13 at a Columbia hospital. No cause of death was provided. […]
Georgetown VFW Post wants to help create memorial for veteran who jumped from county bridge
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WBTW) — The VFW Post 6444 in Georgetown says it wants to try and help a family whose son jumped off the L.H. Siau Memorial Bridge Sunday night. The veterans organization said it found out Shawn Lauver, 37, of Bolivia, North Carolina, served in the military and wants to work with the family […]
South Carolina man dies in kayaking incident near ORV Ramp 43 in Buxton
A 72-year-old man from Florence, South Carolina, died on Saturday morning, July 20, as a result of an incident that occurred while kayaking. The kayaker launched from the beach near Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Ramp 43, located east of the Cape Point Campground near Buxton, North Carolina.
3 arrested in murder of missing person out of Scotland Co.
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — A joint investigation involving the Scotland County Sheriff's Office and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI) has led to the arrests of three people from Scotland County for the 2021 murder of Brandon Carl Wayne McDonald, according to Captain Randy Dover with the Scotland County Sheriff's Office.
Smoke may linger in area after crews contain fire at debris pile near Galivants Ferry
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Smoke may remain in the area of McCracken Road and Lauren Renee Court near Galivants Ferry because of a fire at a large debris pile, according to Horry County Fire Rescue. HCFR was called to the area at 6:27 a.m. Friday. The fire is contained, but crews are still taking […]
Expect a few showers and storms this Saturday
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – It will be another hot and humid day in the Lowcountry, but be prepared to see some rainfall as the day progresses. Meteorologist Grace Lowe forecasts scattered showers throughout the day, starting after noon or 1 p.m., and heavy downfalls later in the evening. We’re looking at highs in the upper […]
The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina Welcomes Mast General Store as a New Member
Mast General Store has become a cherished destination for shoppers throughout the Southeast. The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina (FEISC) is thrilled to announce the addition of Mast General Store as its newest member. The FEISC, which is part of the College of Business at Anderson University, is dedicated to supporting family-owned businesses through education, resources and networking opportunities. The institute aims to foster the growth and sustainability of family enterprises ensuring their success for future generations.
South Carolina ranks seventh for religious liberty
(The Center Square) — South Carolina ranked among the best states for protecting religious liberty, coming in seventh on a ranking of all 50 states. The Palmetto State earned a score of 63.7%, ranking it just ahead of Utah and just behind Ohio, according to the third annual "Religious Liberty in the States" from the Center for Religion, Culture & Democracy, an initiative of First Liberty Institute. The index explores legislation in all 50 states and how it protects religious liberty.
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