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Former football players turn into coaches at South Aiken High
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - You play high school football, and then you graduate. You may come back to a game a time or two, but what if you come back to coach?. The South Aiken football sideline is made by and built by Thoroughbred. Some even played under Head Coach...
Delivery issues continue to plague Conway post office, residents say
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Delivery issues have plagued the post office on N. Main Street in Conway in recent weeks, and on Friday, residents told New13 they are still having trouble getting their mail. One resident who moved to the area in July said packages and letters still haven’t been delivered to his address. However, […]
Two wine, cocktail bars from budding hospitality group in the works for West Columbia
Led by the former general manager of fine-dining mainstay Terra, the group is developing a cocktail bar/supper club and another business bringing together alcohol retail with a relaxed wine bar vibe and kitchen.
Carolina Cheese & Provisions in Downtown Conway is a must-try
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - For nearly 3 years, Carolina Cheese & Provisions has been bringing unique, delicious flavors to Downtown Conway. Locally owned and operated, they specialize in imported European cheeses and charcuterie as well as a large selection of local provisions. Open Tuesday-Sunday, you can stop in for...
Myrtle Beach overcomes slow start to defeat Lake City in season-opener
Any win is a good win when it comes to playing football in Week 0. That’s what the Myrtle Beach Seahawks will take away from their 21-6 Week 0 victory against Lake City on Friday, Aug. 23. Things weren’t ever perfect for Myrtle Beach in the season-opener, but head...
Darlington lottery winner makes big plans with prize money
DARLINGTON, SC (WMBF) - A Darlington man says he hasn’t spent his lottery winnings yet, but he’s got big plans for the money. After winning a $300,000 prize from a $10 ticket, the man has six figures sitting in the bank, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery.
Free Reign Theatre Presents Trim, Syndicated Run of ‘The Tempest’
Rarely mentioned among William Shakespeare’s best comedies, let alone among his best works, The Tempest maintains an enviable popularity within the Bard’s celebrated canon. The current Free Reign Theatre presentation at the Gettys Center in Rock Hill, where it runs through Aug. 25, marks the seventh local production to appear in the Charlotte Metro within the past two decades (Actors from the London Stage visited with an eighth in 2011 at UNC Charlotte).
Man Sues Buc-ee’s Over Large Inflatable Beaver Outside Store
Whether you live by a Buc-ee's or have ever passed the behemoth structure that seems to go on for a mile, you know it's an experience to shop there. As soon as you pull up to the gas station megastore — where Keith Urban recently worked for a day — you can see that everything is giant, oversized and in your face.
Florence doctor recognized for his work to improve lives of children
FLORENCE. S.C. (WPDE) — Dr. Al Gilpin, Jr. withMcLeod Pediatric Orthopedics was named the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area 2024 Champion for Youth during a ceremony Thursday evening. The ceremony took place at Francis Marion University's Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Downtown Florence. More than...
Hello Myrtle Beach World Am
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – When Georgia and Florida football fans converge on Jacksonville, Florida for the renewal of those schools’ annual rivalry game each fall, it’s billed as the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party. Currently, I’m sitting in a small hotel room in the heart of...
Columbia SC grabs first-ever James Beard Award
You may have heard about this already, because the occasion certainly has received a lot of press. In June of this year, a Midlands wine bar received a coveted James Beard award, the first time this has ever happened in the Capital City. Mike Switzer interviews Tim Gardner, owner and founder of Lula Drake Wine Parlour in Columbia, S.C., recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages category from James Beard.
Georgetown to host parade to celebrate Olympic gold medalist Melissa Jefferson
GEORGETOWN, SC (WMBF) - Georgetown is busy planning to celebrate South Strand native, Melissa Jefferson, after her triumphant performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. MORE COVERAGE | CCU alum, Georgetown native Melissa Jefferson takes gold in 4x100 relay race. Georgetown Mayor Carol Jayroe announced the parade will take place on...
Expansion of North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex making progress, city says
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A project to expand the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex is making “visible progress,” according to city officials. The city provided an update Friday on the project, stating that the second phase of the extension of Champions Boulevard is a little over halfway done. As of Friday, the city said contractors are installing infrastructure for draining and the base for the road.
Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg, Florence native and Army trailblazer, dies at 96
Lieutenant General Arthur J. Gregg, a distinguished figure in the U.S. Army and a symbol of perseverance and leadership, has passed away at the age of 96. Gregg is one half of the namesake of Fort Gregg-Adams, which was renamed last year.
THE FIRST LADY OF PINK DOORSLAMMERS MAKES HER RETURN
Annette Summer, a pioneering Pro Street racer who just happened to be female, understands she's got some work to do before she races her trademark, nitrous-injected pink Camaro again, the same one she drove to a stellar reputation in the 1990s and beyond. Summer, who last raced in the Pro...
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