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Limitless Library Project serves campers at Camp Cole
Local nonprofit Limitless Purpose has established a Limitless Library at Camp Cole, which serves people with illnesses, disabilities and life challenges. This summer, each of the 700 campers was able to select at least one book as they were leaving camp. The Limitless Library features a wide range of books on a variety of topics, providing something appealing regardless of reading level or interests.
South Carolina's Dawn Staley poses with Tim Walz, watches Kamala Harris speech at 2024 DNC
COLUMBIA — South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley revealed Thursday she was in Chicago for the final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Throughout the evening, Staley shared pictures on social media of her and various attendees, including Tim Walz, who is running with current Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential race.
Columbia shops see unexpected summer success, now brace for football season rush
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Some local businesses say they are booming in Richland County as the University of South Carolina welcomes students back to campus. The Vista, downtown Columbia and Five Points are among the most popular places for people to hang out and shop. Store employees there said they've seen a significant sales increase since students returned.
Lexington police seek help to find missing 14-year-old girl
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The Lexington Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 14-year-old girl who ran away from her home in the Victorian Mobile Home Park on Sunset Boulevard. Officials with LPD say the incident occurred sometime between the evening of August 24...
Water line break leads to road closure in Columbia
The City of Columbia closed Coldstream Dr. from Ripley Station Rd. to White Falls Dr. after an 8" water main break Sunday morning. According to an advisory from Columbia Water, crews were on the scene Sunday morning and the road will be closed until repairs are completed. They asked those driving in the area to follow to detour signs, and apologized for any inconvenience.
Family honors Jaylan Sarah Hasty with awareness: 'I want to be able to save someone else's daughter'
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Dozens of people gathered this afternoon in north Columbia to honor and celebrate the life of Jaylan Sarah Hasty, who lost her life to domestic violence one year ago. Now, her family has an important message for the world. Hasty died last August after firefighters were...
Weather impact: Sunshine and rising temperatures ahead this week
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Our weather will remain predominantly sunny and dry, with temperatures steadily climbing as the week progresses. Low-level moisture is expected to return, contributing to the warmer conditions, and by mid-week, temperatures are likely to rise above average. Despite this increase in moisture, rain chances will remain low through at least Friday.
Dry spell persists, but rain could return by Labor Day weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- As we continue our weekend, temperatures will stay just below average and dry. As we head into Saturday night heading into Sunday morning there will be a few low clouds as we have low-level moisture move inland. Sunday morning lows are expected to range between 60...
Cougars Travel to Columbia to Face Gamecocks
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The College of Charleston women's soccer team will travel to Columbia to face South Carolina on Sunday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m. The Cougars hosted High Point at home on Thursday, defeating the Panthers to improve to a 3-0 record on the season. Charleston has outscored their opponents 11-0 thus far.
Hammond hammers Christ Church 56-28 in season opener
Hammond and Christ Church greeting before the coin toss for the home opener in Columbia, SC. Columbia – Friday night’s contest between reigning state champions (SCISA AAAA) Hammond and (Class A) Christ Church Episcopal school had the makings of a clash of titans but the homestanding Skyhawks took control from the opening kickoff and never looked back beating the Cavaliers 56-28.
Hamrick’s of Charleston is Coming
GAFFNEY, S.C. (Palmetto Life) – Jan 18, 2024 – Great brands at incredible prices will soon be available in the Charleston area as Hamrick’s, Inc., a southeastern retailer based in Gaffney, SC, announced it would be opening a new location in the fall of this year. Remodeling and construction are underway to occupy the former Toys R Us building in The Promenade at Northwoods on Rivers Avenue.
Celebrity skateboarder and TV personality, Bam Margera announces visit to SC
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — 'Jackass' star, Bam Margera announced he will visit Mount Pleasant, South Carolina to sell some of his artwork at a local art show. (Video above: WYFF News 4 Morning Headlines) In a post on TikTok on Aug. 13, Margera announced he will sell his personal...
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