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SGM Howard Brown retires from Lake Marion High School JROTC Program
The Lake Marion High School gymnasium was filled with heartfelt tributes and fond memories on July 5, 2024, as students, colleagues, and community members gathered to honor Sergeant Major (Ret.) Howard Brown on his retirement from the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program. The event, dubbed “SGM Howard Brown’s Day,” marked the end of a remarkable 31-year career at the school and a total of 57 years in military uniform.
Summerton Town Council approves multiple measures at regular town meeting
The Summerton Town Council convened on July 9th at the Town Hall to address a series of pressing community issues, ranging from economic development grants to the renewal of crucial public utility permits. The meeting, held at 6:00 PM, saw the approval of several significant measures. The council began by...
Market after dark: Charlie's Place lights up with local flavors and flair
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Night Vendor Market was held at Charlie’s Place on Saturday. People were able to shop at vendors' booths, grab a bit from a food truck, and listen to some live music. The night market happens every third Saturday from April to September...
Benedict alumni help HBCU break annual fundraising goal
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Benedict College is celebrating a decade of giving. 42 of the 63 alumni clubs, from the college have surpassed their yearly fundraising goal which goes to support several hardworking Benedict students. School officials say they wanted to reach their goal of $1.5 million dollars, but eclipsed that amount by more than $200 thousand dollars for a total of $1,730,173.45 dollars.
Girl Scouts Troop Leader Arrested, Charged With Felony for the Craziest Reason
When you think of the Girl Scouts, you think wholesome teachings and role models for America's youth, with an outcome of understanding life and how to navigate it a little better. You most certainly don't think of fraud — but a Girl Scouts troop leader was recently arrested and charged...
Charleston airport feels effects of global glitch; flights delayed and cancelled
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — It's a global glitch that left technology in tatters. Cyber security firm Crowdstrike says a bug in an update to systems shut down financial transactions, left some people unable to reach 9-1-1 and caused airlines to ground flights this morning. Charleston wasn't spared. It was...
RiverDogs and Woodpeckers suspended by rain Friday night
Charleston, SC - The Charleston RiverDogs and Fayetteville Woodpeckers had their Friday night game at Segra Stadium suspended by rain after two innings. Rain also delayed the start of the contest for over two hours. The suspended game will resume at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday with the RiverDogs trailing 3-1 in the top of third inning. It will be played through seven innings. Another seven-inning game will follow approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the first.
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