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Rain reigns over the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Don't forget to pack your umbrella!. As moisture moves across the Midlands, there will be more chances of rain. There's a chance of heavy rain on Sunday evening, along with scattered thunderstorms and showers. The northern Midlands are expected to receive the greatest amount, based on...
Countdown to camp: 12 days until South Carolina starts practice
The countdown to the start of preseason camp is on, and the South Carolina football team will take the field in just 12 days to get started on its preparation for the 2024 season. Year 4 certainly seems like a big one for head coach Shane Beamer as his team lost some momentum missing a bowl game a year ago, but there's enthusiasm internally as the Gamecocks get set to tackle the new-look Southeastern Conference.
“24/7 Day”: Celebrate first responders in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – On Wednesday, July 24 (or “24/7 Day”), first responders in Charleston can visit select convenience store chains and receive anything from a free coffee, fountain, or frozen drink to branded swag and Gatorade as thanks for working 24/7. The convenience store industry unites for the sixth annual 24/7 Day, hosted by […]
Three freshmen who can rise the depth chart in preseason camp
In the 2024 recruiting class, South Carolina added multiple prospects to the roster that have a chance to make a big impact in their first season in the garnet and black. The 2024 recruiting class, which consisted of 15 high school signees, finished ranked No. 18 in the country which was good for No. 11 in the SEC, including both Texas and Oklahoma's signing classes.
A lottery ticket worth $200,000 was almost thrown away
A man from South Carolina almost threw away his scratch-off lottery ticket, which turned out to be a $200,000 winning ticket. He shared his incredible story of luck and how he almost missed out on his life-changing win. When the South Carolina Education Lottery officials approached him, the Lowcountry man...
Private school advocates speak out against lawsuit looking to take away state funding
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The upcoming school year is about a month away and the South Carolina Supreme Court is questioning whether state funding should help families pay for private educations. Gov. Henry McMaster signed a bill last spring to establish an education scholarship trust fund providing $6,000 to help pay for tuition, supplies […]
Sumter Mall hosts free Back-to-School event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The Sumter Mall is thrilled to announce the Movin’ & Groovin’ Back-to-School Event on July 20 from 12 to 3 p.m. Admission is free, and attendees can register to win a gift basket filled with school essentials. “We are delighted to introduce Movin’ & Groovin’ to the Sumter community and are eager to see local organizations come together to inspire excitement and readiness for the new school year,” said Rosanna Frisch, Senior Marketing Manager.
Fatal collision on US-321 claims one life
JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – A single-vehicle collision late Saturday night resulted in one fatality, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP). Master Trooper Gary Miller said the incident occurred at approximately 11:25 p.m. on US-321, near Cal Causeway Road, about nine and a half miles west of Ridgeland. A 2019 Dodge Coupe, traveling […]
One dead following North Charleston auto-pedestrian collision
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — One person is dead following an auto-pedestrian collision Saturday night in North Charleston, according to the North Charleston Police Department. Officers responded to the intersection of Rivers Avenue and Fuller Street just before 10 p.m. where the accident occurred. The male pedestrian was pronounced...
SC activists protest at Fort Jackson over U.S. aid to Israel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — On Saturday, July 20, activists from the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) will gather at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, to protest U.S. aid to Israel and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This rally is part of the South Carolina People's Red Line Tour, a...
Man found dead with gunshot wounds in Florence apartment parking lot
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence police officers are investigating after a man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in the parking lots of an apartment building. Authorities responded to Colonial Gardens Apartments at the 500 block of Third Loop Road around 1 a.m. for reports of gunshots. Officers...
Pedestrian dies following N. Charleston crash
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston Police Department’s Traffic Unit is investigating after a man died in an auto-pedestrian crash Saturday night. Police say they responded to the incident just before 10 p.m. at the intersection of Rivers Avenue and Fuller Street. The pedestrian, a man, was...
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