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Chances Of Shark Attacks Higher In South Carolina
The University of West Florida did comprehensive research and discovered that beach goers are much more likely to be bitten in South Carolina waters than anywhere else in the continental United States. Erich Ritter is with the University and says while Florida gets most of the publicity for shark attacks, “South Carolina is where the true danger lies”. Now more shark attacks do occur in Florida but the survey takes into account the number of people and amount of days spent in the water. The study uses the number of people that enter the ocean on average.
53-year-old Eastover man arrested for exploitation of a vulnerable adult
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– SC Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that his office’s Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud unit (VAMPF) has arrested a 53-year-old Eastover man. Keith C. Suber was arrested for one count of exploitation of a vulnerable adult {43-35-0085 (D)} and one count of breach of...
South Carolina Faces Scorching Temperatures and Severe Storms This Week
Columbia, SC – South Carolina residents should prepare for hot and humid conditions through the end of the week, with high temperatures reaching the mid to upper 90s and heat indices soaring well over 100 degrees. The National Weather Service (NWS) Columbia South Carolina has issued a weather alert, warning of isolated severe thunderstorms expected this evening into tonight.
Whit-Ash Furnishings, Badcock Home Furniture announce store closures
Whit-Ash Furnishings has announced that it will be closing its doors after more than five decades as a storefront fixture in the Vista. While the official closing date has yet to be determined, store owners Harold Whitney Black and Gerald Black announced that they had decided to close the store in a letter to their customers that was shared on social media. Expressing their sadness the letter read, "It's sad, but true - we have made the difficult decision to close our doors forever.""
Clemson University Launching New Initiative to Bring the Power of STEM to South Carolina Schools
Through a new partnership with STEM Global Action, Clemson University’s Division of Community, Engagement, Belonging and Access, will launch the STEM South Carolina (STEM SC) initiative as part of the university’s mission to enhance educational access to all students for success in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. One...
Back-to-School Drives in the Lowcountry, Where to find free school supplies
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Back-to-school season is approaching, and the Lowcountry has an abundance of back-to-school drives offering free supplies for those who need them. Here’s where to find those resources in your community: Charleston Town of Ravenel – Back to School Giveaway The Town of Ravenel is holding a back-to-school giveaway which includes backpacks […]
Flora football looks to rebound, other sports look to continue success
Columbia - The A.C. Flora football team enjoyed a lot of recent success, with a 4A state championship under head coach Dustin Curtis in 2020 and a 4A lower state runner-up ending in 2022 in head coach Ken Floyd’s first year at the helm. Much of that talent from...
Ten Mile community split over family’s request to backtrack zoning decision
AWENDAW, S.C. (WCSC) - A family is asking the Charleston County Council to reconsider a zoning decision that would minimize the size of future development plans in the Ten Mile community. Members of the Ten Mile community are mulling over a family’s recent request to be left out of a...
Ravenel council passes second reading, 100-home subdivision to be built
RAVENEL, S.C. (WCSC) - A controversial rezone request and development agreement were both passed by Ravenel town council Tuesday evening, the votes though were not unanimous. After months of back and forth, 100 new homes will officially now be built in a subdivision on around 99 acres off Drayton Street.
Kassel withdraws from Hardeeville mayor's race
Carolyn Kassel, who announced in March she was running for Hardeeville mayor, withdrew from the race after news that the current mayor would run again. Harry Williams changed his mind July 9 to run. Bluffton Today. A former Hardeeville City Council member who had announced earlier this year she was...
South Carolina commitment adds Crystal Ball to SEC opponent
One of South Carolina's commitments in the 2025 recruiting class received a Crystal Ball to another SEC team on Tuesday morning. The pick was made a few days after the three-star recruit visited that school last Friday, instead of traveling to South Carolina for the cookout. Check out this update...
Mount Pleasant to host Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Mount Pleasant residents have the opportunity to safely dispose of various hazardous materials at the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day. The event, hosted by Charleston County Environmental Management and the Town of Mount Pleasant Public Services, will take place on Saturday, August 10, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. […]
Bulldog Class Notes for July 29, 2024
Sharing Good News about Alumni of South Carolina State University!. Angela Moore will be Aiken High School’s new principal. She also is an Aiken High graduate, class of 1992. She earned a bachelor’s degree in special education from South Carolina State University in 1997; a master’s degree in education...
Hemingway, Sanders listed as top 15 DTs heading into 2024 season
It's no secret that South Carolina has an experienced defensive line returning with multiple players who have SEC experience making their way back to Travian Robertson's room in 2024. On the interior of the defensive line, the Gamecocks return Tonka Hemingway, T.J. Sanders, Alex Huntley and Nick Barrett who combined...