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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...
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.
Purple Martins are on Lake Murray
Each summer, the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their annual vacation. It is estimated that more than one million birds venture north for the summer, roosting on the island and providing spectators with a rare glimpse of one of nature’s true phenomena. This sanctuary serves as a layover for the birds on their long journey to their winter home in South America, making it the largest roosting site in North America.
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...
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...
Structure fire damages St. Andrews area home
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - The St. Andrews Fire Department says it responded early Thursday morning to a fire that damaged a home. Officials say fire crews were dispatched to the 700 block of Hughes Road around 3:30 a.m. for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, crews discovered a home...
Town of Blythewood pushes for safety measures at Doko Meadows Park
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (WIS) - New security measures are coming to Blythewood’s Doko Meadows Park. This comes after an incident involving a pre-4th of July fireworks show that sent visitors into a frenzy. Richland County deputies say a teen and another person fired a paintball-style gun causing nearly 100 people...
South Carolina transportation officials divide additional transportation funding
(The Center Square) — South Carolina transportation officials have approved updates to the state's bridge program, deciding how to allocate $200 million in additional money state lawmakers approved. The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission directed half the $200 million in one-time funding to bridges on secondary roads. The remaining $100 million will go toward bridges on primary and interstate routes. The move comes one day after federal officials announced...
Doctor Shortage Part 1: SC patient says he’s been waiting a year for a surgery
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A major doctor shortage in the Carolinas is impacting patient health. Many are waiting several months or a year to get an appointment. According to data from the Association of American Medical Colleges, the doctor shortage is about twice as bad in the Carolinas and Georiga compared to some northern states. The Carolinas has around 200 active physicians per 100,000 residents. Massachusetts, Maryland, and New York have about 400 active physicians per 100,000 residents. Patients say this is taking a serious toll on their health.
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