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Lexington police continue investigation into 2022 fatal robbery of Midlands music promoter
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WIS) - The Lexington Police Department (LPD) announced Wednesday they are still seeking information concerning a fatal robbery that left one man dead over two years ago. Tyler Robinson, 29, was fatally shot several times in the outside stairway of Building 4 of his apartment complex at 500...
Ripple Fiber ribbon cutting marks opening new SC office
Ripple Fiber, a fiber optic internet provider based in the Southeast, has honored the recent opening of its local office in Lexington, South Carolina with a ribbon cutting event, alongside members of the Lexington Chamber. Announced last month, over 8,500 residences in the Town of Lexington and areas of Lexington County are within the provider’s network. Neighborhoods with current access to Ripple Fiber include Kenwood and Royal Creek, with many others set to go live throughout the summer.
Youth wresting camp starts Monday
In association with the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission, the Irmo Youth Wrestling Club – KingPins will host a Youth Wrestling Camp at the Seven Oaks Gymnasium Facility from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. The camp will run daily from 1 pm to 5 pm and is open to both boys and girls aged 4-17 of all skill levels, with beginners especially welcomed.
South Carolina baseball signee pledges to come to school over pro opportunities
South Carolina baseball had three current players (catcher Cole Messina, right-handed pitcher Eli Jones, and left-handed pitcher Garrett Gainey), one junior college signee (left-handed pitcher Brandon Clarke), and two high school signees (outfielder PJ Morlando and right-handed pitcher Carson Messina) selected in the 2024 MLB Draft. There were several current...
MUSC addresses SC shortage of physical, occupational therapists with new program
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - As the demand for occupational and physical therapy increasingly exceeds the number of available therapists in South Carolina, the Medical University of South Carolina is making a substantiative program change in hopes of offering a solution to this issue. Data from MUSC shows that, of South...
Four Suspects Sought in Edgefield Road Murder in North Augusta
Four suspects are being sought in connection with Wednesday’s deadly shooting in the 300 block of Edgefield Road in North Augusta. The Aiken County Sheriffs’ Office is looking for those who are responsible for the death of 27-year-old James L. Wright Jr. He was shot at least one time just after 3:00 pm Wednesday. Deputies said his body was between two buildings when they arrived after getting the 911 call.
Warm start, stormy finish to the day ahead
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — Well we should all know the drill at this point. Dry, mainly sunny skies will lead to a quick warm up to the mid 90s by early this afternoon. Scattered showers and storms will then get underway around the mid-afternoon. There could very well be...
South Carolinans Are Attracting Mosquitos With These Shirt Colors
With mosquito season in full swing, we are once again facing the annual battle against those pesky insects. If you're tired of constantly swatting away mosquitoes every time you step outside, it might be time to consider a simple but effective solution: changing your clothes. How Your Wardrobe Choices Can...
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