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Florence County organization gifted with van to continue helping others
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Dr. Barbara Black said she's always felt compelled to help those in need and a few years ago she started an organization to help fulfill her mission. Black founded Lydia’s Nest, which is based in the Johnsonville community of Florence County. The organization...
“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 […]
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 […]
North Charleston auto-pedestrian accident left one dead
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Just before 10 o’clock on Saturday, North Charleston Police Department (NCPD) officers responded to an auto-pedestrian accident at Rivers Avenue and Fuller Street intersection. The male pedestrian was pronounced deceased on the scene, according to authorities. The name of the victim has not yet been released. Authorities say no charges […]
Column: South Carolina should be better than what the SEC preseason media poll tells us
In fairness, you can probably understand the reasoning. After a down year, it’s not completely unexpected. But that doesn’t mean it’s going to be right. Every year, the SEC releases its annual preseason media poll. As you can imagine, it usually sparks plenty of controversy and debate. And that’s the idea behind it. It’s something that will get people talking with another month until college football season begins.
Port Wentworth passes moratoriums on rezonings for residential and service stations
After approving rezoning land for gas stations in the last few months, Port Wentworth City Council considered and approved two rezoning moratoriums, including one that would halt the rezoning of any property to establish gas stations. Councilmember At-Large Artlise Alston-Cone initiated the moratoriums on rezonings for service stations and residential areas and...
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...
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