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Gov. McMaster, Brad Keselowski, and Bobby Labonte Laud Darlington Raceway’s Impact on South Carolina and NASCAR
South Carolina Governor McMaster, along with NASCAR champions Brad Keselowski and Bobby Labonte, praises Darlington Raceway for its impact on the state and NASCAR, gearing up for the upcoming Cook Out Southern 500 Labor Day Race Weekend. Cook Out Southern 500 Labor Day Race Weekend: Aug. 31 - Sept. 1.
Governor McMaster hosts Cook Out Southern 500 to preview Labor Day festivities
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Governor Henry McMaster kicked off the Cook Out Southern 500 weekend in Myrtle Beach on Friday giving a preview of the traditional Labor Day Weekend. The South Carolina Governor joined Darlington Raceway at Plyler Park featuring NASCAR's Crown Jewel event, the 75th Annual Cook...
McLeod Health receives $875,200 in grants from The Duke Endowment
The McLeod Health Foundation has received two grants from The Duke Endowment totaling $875,200 to establish a Community Paramedicine Program and to support AccessHealth of the Pee Dee. The Community Paramedicine grant of $375,200, will be utilized to provide ease of access and expedited care to patients in Darlington, Florence,...
SC spending $2.5M to help families pay for child care but thousands fewer will benefit
COLUMBIA – Fewer families in South Carolina will receive help covering the cost of child care as federal COVID-19 aid dries up and the state replaces just a quarter of that lost funding. For about three years, amid the global coronavirus pandemic, the federal government raised income limits, making more parents eligible for federal dollars […]
Worker's union releases report on AT&T worker issues amid contract negotiations
(WCIV) — The Communications Workers of America Southeast released a scathing report this week outlining issues they say are faced on the job and at home by AT&T technicians. The report comes as the union is negotiating with the multinational telecommunications holding company for a new contract. Communications Workers...
Well-known Summerville barbershop closing after decades of service
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD)–The Simmons family has been cutting hair in Summerville for 75 years, a trade passed down through generations that ended with Jerome Simmons in 2023. Jerome’s sons Keith and Darren inherited the Simmons Barber Shop after his passing, but both have careers in other industries, which makes it hard to keep the family […]
Groundbreaking announced for $12 million Oakbrook Sports Complex
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD)–More recreational green space will soon come to Summerville as the Legislative Delegation and Dorchester County are partnering with the Summerville YMCA to develop a new sports complex. The new Oakbrook Sports Complex will be a state-of-the-art sports facility built on a 17-acre site at Cross Creek Drive. Residents can expect a turf field, […]
Charleston Co. Schools gives back to the unhoused and underserved
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County School District provided resources to the unhoused and underserved community for the second year in a row. Hundreds of people came to the Charleston County School District Four Regional Stadium to grab free vaccinations, produce, backpacks and more. This was all made possible by the district’s McKinney-Vento program, which is part of a federal program that provides educational services to those who are unhoused.
Every 1 Voice Matters Hosts 7th Annual Back to School Event in North Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Every 1 Voice Matters is set to host its 7th Annual Back to School Event on Sunday, August 11th. The event will take place from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the CCSD District 4 Stadium, located at 3659 W Montague Ave in North Charleston. Attendees can enjoy free hot […]
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