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Pickleball takes over! New state-of-the art, 11-court indoor venue opening in Bluffton
The Local Pickle, a 22,000-square-foot facility, will feature pro-cushion flooring, lessons with certified instructors and even glow in the dark games. Nancy Herbst, founder and pickleball pro, says the facility will help fill an access gap for public courts on Hilton Head and in Bluffton.
Dr. Tiara Moore Launched A Nonprofit To Empower Black Marine Scientists With Research Opportunities, Swimming Lessons, And Scuba Certification
Dr. Tiara Moore has created a community for Black marine scientists. She was born in Philadelphia, PA, and at 18 months, she and her grandmother moved to South Carolina after her mother was sent to spend time behind bars. “She moved us to get us basically out of harm’s way,” Dr. Moore explained to AFROTECH™.… Continue reading Dr. Tiara Moore Launched A Nonprofit To Empower Black Marine Scientists With Research Opportunities, Swimming Lessons, And Scuba Certification
Georgetown County introduces safe repellant to reduce mosquitoes, improve environment
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)–Municipalities across the Lowcountry are always looking for ways to improve the environment by making it friendly for all. In Georgetown County, leaders have started using a new repellent to eliminate mosquitos while saving nature and wildlife. In 2023, the county tested the eco-friendly repellent, which consists of natural ingredients like lemongrass, […]
Conn’s Is Closing More Than 70 Stores In 13 States Including Georgia And South Carolina
Conn’s home goods and furniture retailer has announced it’s closing more than 70 stores across the country, including some stores in Georgia and South Carolina. The good news is, the Conn’s store on Bobby Jones Expressway in Augusta is not on the closure list. At least not for now.
Person wanted for 2023 armed robbery in Georgetown
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WPDE) — The Georgetown City Police Dept. is looking for a wanted person on Thursday. Kentrell Tyshawn Holmes is wanted in connection to an armed robbery that happened on July 23, 2023, at Townz Bar and Grill on North Hazard Street in Georgetown. Anyone with any information...
Team USA wins final pre-Olympic game as South Carolina basketball legend dominates
The United States Basketball Women's National Team is a loaded unit that feels destined to win its 8th Olympic gold medal in a row. Led by South Carolina basketball alum A'ja Wilson, the world's best player, the US is clearly the top group in the 2024 Summer Olympics, and fans of the red, white, and blue cannot wait for the first game next week.
Police respond to I-26 crash with ‘serious’ injuries
The roadway has reopened. — CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A crash on I-26 in downtown Charleston is causing delays Thursday morning. Officials with the Charleston Police Department said the crash happened in the westbound lanes between the Crosstown and the Ravenel Bridge. A passenger in one of the involved vehicles was taken to a nearby […]
When schools around the Midlands return to the classroom
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Students and teachers around the Midlands are preparing for the 2024-2025 school year. WIS compiled a list of when schools will return to the classroom:. If there’s a school that’s not our list, please send us an email at wis-webproducers@graymedia.com. Feel more informed, prepared,...
Charleston FRIENDS of the Library Summer Book Sale
Grab a book for the beach, pool, or boat and support the Charleston County Library. Shop for great books with bargain prices and support your library by coming to Charleston Friends of the Library’s (CFOL) Summer Book Sale at Main Library presented by Crews Subaru of Charleston. The schedule is:
CCU alum Kevin Kane to be a series regular on ‘Law & Order: SVU’
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - One of Coastal Carolina University’s most notable alums is getting a big promotion. Kevin Kane will now be a series regular on “Law & Order: SVU” beginning with Season 26 this fall, in news first reported by Deadline on Monday. Kane himself also confirmed the news on Instagram.
Restaurant owner, developer working to turn abandoned home into affordable housing unit
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)– More workforce housing is coming to Charleston as business owners find unique ways to ensure their employees can afford to live where they work. A James Island restaurant owner is working to recruit and retain good employees. A big part of that is ensuring they can live where they work. He […]
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