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Rain reigns over the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Don't forget to pack your umbrella!. As moisture moves across the Midlands, there will be more chances of rain. There's a chance of heavy rain on Sunday evening, along with scattered thunderstorms and showers. The northern Midlands are expected to receive the greatest amount, based on...
Historic Roseville Plantation Slave and Freedman Cemetery to be preserved
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — One of South Carolina's oldest and largest slave cemeteries in Florence, Roseville Plantation Slave and Freeman Cemetery (RPSFC), is going to be preserved. The land was once surrounded by fields of cotton and worked by more than 100 slaves. Committee members consist of slaves...
Three freshmen who can rise the depth chart in preseason camp
In the 2024 recruiting class, South Carolina added multiple prospects to the roster that have a chance to make a big impact in their first season in the garnet and black. The 2024 recruiting class, which consisted of 15 high school signees, finished ranked No. 18 in the country which was good for No. 11 in the SEC, including both Texas and Oklahoma's signing classes.
Myrtle Beach gas prices dip, stay below national average
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - Gas prices in the Myrtle Beach area dipped by over 15 cents in the last week, according to experts at GasBuddy. GasBuddy says average gas prices fell by 16.6 cents, bringing the average to $3.05 per gallon according to a survey of nearly 200 stations. The price of diesel also fell by four cents, now standing at $3.79 per gallon.
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 […]
Column: South Carolina should be better than what the SEC preseason media poll tells us
In fairness, you can probably understand the reasoning. After a down year, it’s not completely unexpected. But that doesn’t mean it’s going to be right. Every year, the SEC releases its annual preseason media poll. As you can imagine, it usually sparks plenty of controversy and debate. And that’s the idea behind it. It’s something that will get people talking with another month until college football season begins.
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.
Joe B Miller Wins Maverick Feature at Red Hill
SUMNER, ILL (July 20, 2024) – Joe B Miller won the Maverick Winged Sprint Car Series feature Saturday night at Red Hill Raceway. Ayrton Gennetten, Cole Duncan, Sterling Cling, and Bryce Norris rounded out the top five. Maverick Winged Sprint Car Series. Red Hill Raceway. Sumner, Illinois. Qualifying. 1....
Three arrested, charged with murder of North Carolina man missing since 2021, Scotland County deputies say
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — Three people are facing murder charges connected to the 2021 disappearance of Brandon Carl Wayne McDonald, the Scotland County Sheriff’s Office announced on Saturday. Michael Anthony “Blue” Bethea Jr., 32, Shelena Lynn Clark, 37, and LaKeithan “Joe” JuJuan Tyson, 25, have all been charged with first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit […]
Ground breaking set for new performing arts theatre coming to Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Ground will soon be broken on a new performing arts theatre in Myrtle Beach. On Monday July 22, The City of Myrtle Beach, Coastal Carolina University, LS3P Associates and Monteith Construction will hold a public groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on the new theatre.
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...
Man found dead with gunshot wounds in Florence apartment parking lot
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence police officers are investigating after a man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in the parking lots of an apartment building. Authorities responded to Colonial Gardens Apartments at the 500 block of Third Loop Road around 1 a.m. for reports of gunshots. Officers...
FIRST ALERT: Pop up storms continue at times this week
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - High humidity and an unsettled weather pattern will continue to lead to pop up storms at times this week. The highest chances will arrive by the end of the week. TUESDAY. A steady stream of tropical humidity will continue to funnel into the region on...
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