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6 More Dead, Over 50 Hospitalized After Eating Recalled Boar's Head Deli Meat
Over 50 people have been hospitalized. Federal authorities warned about Boar's Head deli meats after people in 13 states reported getting sick after eating the products. That number has grown to 18 states, with new deaths being reported in New York, Florida, Tennessee, New Mexico, and South Carolina, the CDC said on Wednesday, Aug. 28.
18-year-old faces 5 counts of attempted murder in Laurens Co.
LAURENS COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – An 18-year-old identified as a suspected shooter at a Laurens County gas station is now facing more charges for an unrelated incident. On Tuesday, August 27, Jay Ariel Taylor, of Laurens, was arrested and charged with attempted murder in relation to a shooting that occurred at the Citgo gas station […]
Greer, South Carolina, considering impact fees on all new development amid growth
GREER, S.C. — The city of Greer is considering adding an impact fee to new developments within its limits due to the city's continued growth. Greer City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to move forward with a study on the potential new fee. "We felt like we were at...
PTC recognizes Laurens County graduates at summer commencement ceremonies
A total of 429 academic credentials were awarded to 288 Piedmont Technical College (PTC) graduates during commencement ceremonies held Aug. 1. The ceremonies at the James Medford Family Event Center in Greenwood marked the end of a successful academic year in which PTC awarded 1,829 credentials to 1,275 graduates. Those credentials included associate degrees, diplomas and certificates.
Upstate man sentenced to life in prison for deadly shooting
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – A Boiling Springs man has been sentenced to life in prison for a fatal shooting in Spartanburg County. Spartanburg County officials said on Wednesday that 24-year-old James Bridges Byrd was found guilty of the murder of Kush Patel. An investigation began on the night of June 6, 2021. The Spartanburg […]
Chapel Bell Curve: The One Where We Actually Talk About Clemson (And Their Rock)
Yara and Nathan sure are, and they have some thoughts about Georgia’a impending football game against the Clemson Tigers. This episode includes:. * The history of the Clemson/Georgia rivalry, which is more lopsided than many realize. * A feel good romp through the last time Yara interacted with Clemson...
Upstate man found guilty of murder after "bad drug trip"
A Boiling Springs man will spend the rest of his life in prison after police say a bad drug trip led to a murder. The 7th Circuit Solicitors Office says 24 year old, James Bridges Byrd has been found guilty of murder in a jury trial.
Mom calls police after son starts ‘doing karate moves’ while high on meth
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Spartanburg Police Department said a man was arrested for possession of methamphetamine after his mother called police on Wednesday. Officers were dispatched to a disturbance at a home in the Fernwood community. The caller told police that her son had taken meth and “was now doing karate moves in the house and that he had a stick.”
Clemson-UGA Information Station: What you need to know before heading to Atlanta
Clemson faces Georgia in the season opener in Atlanta this weekend (noon, ABC), inching closer to the start of the college football season. With the opener being played on a neutral site, various bits of information will be needed to make the gameday experience as smooth as possible. Here’s all...
Childhood cancer survivor, UGA freshman picked as honorary captain for Georgia-Clemson game
ATLANTA — Ethan Daniels is no stranger to pressure. He was diagnosed with B-cell lymphoblastic leukemia in March 2017. The childhood cancer survivor stood up to big drug companies to fight for access to treatment before he was a teenager. But this weekend, he will be standing up to...
Convicted child killer Susan Smith to get parole hearing
One of the most criminals in Upstate history may well be granted parole later this year. State officials announced Wednesday, that Susan Smith of Union County will have a hearing in front of the parole board in coming months.
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