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See photos: Spectators watch 'Light the Lake' 4th of July fireworks show at Lake Hartwell
On the eve of the Fourth of July, colors of fireworks explosions burst in the air over Lake Hartwell. The “Light the Lake” event, with spectators watching from their lawn chairs, blankets, on a tailgate, or even from inside the car, provided excitement and cheers. The event was sponsored by Clemson University and the City of Clemson.
New to the Street: The Vintage Toast
The Vintage Toast is an event venue in Spartanburg consisting of more than 4,000 square feet spread over two levels. The first floor consists of two areas that can be used for dining with a bar in the middle. The back dining area opens into the courtyard. The building also features a ballroom. The venue can accommodate up to 150 guests and has over 50 onsite parking spaces.
Former Clemson standout Dexter Lawrence marries fiance
'Sexy Dexy' has tied the knot. New York Giants standout defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence and Donna McCain exchanged vows last Thursday in a ceremony at The Bradford, a beautiful venue located just outside Raleigh, North Carolina. The couple met at Clemson, where McCain was an executive performance chef. As the...
Dumpster fire caused by fireworks, firefighters say
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – The Powdersville Fire Department confirmed that a dumpster fire Thursday morning was due to an improper disposal of fireworks. Firefighters responded before 4 a.m. to a business on Highway 153 in reference to the fire. A booster line was used to extinguish the fire, officials said. Due to the proximity […]
Charleston Attorney to chair New Morning’s Board of Directors
New Morning, a South Carolina nonprofit organization working to expand access to affordable contraceptive and family planning services across the state, recently appointed Charleston Attorney Wilbur E. Johnson as the new Chair of the Board of Directors, effective July 1. Johnson, a practicing attorney in employment and labor law with...
Historic Columbia executive director Robin Waites awarded Order of the Palmetto
Governor Henry McMaster has bestowed the prestigious Order of the Palmetto upon Robin Waites, executive director of Historic Columbia, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the preservation and promotion of South Carolina’s cultural heritage. The award, the state’s highest civilian honor, celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the state and its citizens.
Searches underway for missing swimmers at NC beaches
A search for a missing swimmer is underway at Kure Beach.An eyewitness shared video with ABC11 as the search took place on the North Carolina coast.The video showed a Coast Guard vessel on the water.Lifeguards cleared the ocean during that search for a 22-year-old man who disappeared about noon Thursday. He disappeared near the 100 Block of Atlantic Ave, close to the Kure Beach Pier, WWAY reported.Carolina Beach Police, the Coast Guard and other agencies were helping with the search, which continued into the evening.ABC11 has also learned that a water rescue was happening at North Topsail Beach, where crews...
Ultralight craft crashes into tree after takeoff trouble at Hendersonville Airport
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — An ultralight craft crashed at the Hendersonville Airport Thursday, July 4, officials said. Emergency officials said the pilot had trouble taking off and tried to turn around. The craft ended up in a tree across from the runway. ONE PERSON HOSPITALIZED AFTER SMALL PLANE CRASHES...
Sheriff's office, DWI vehicle respond after NC state trooper vehicle crashes into ditch
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — News 13 is working to learn more after a North Carolina State Highway Patrol vehicle was seen late Wednesday night, July 3, in a ditch with its back tire up in the air along Sweeten Creek Road in south Asheville. The incident took place in...
Court upholds $4.5 million verdict against ex-Charleston Battery owner for 2018 incident
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — The court upheld a jury's decision against former Charleston Battery owner Eric Bernard Bowman in a trial regarding allegations he struck someone twice in a low-speed vehicle in 2018. A jury ordered Bowman to pay $1.8 million in actual damages and $2.7 million in...
SC Democratic congressional candidate Michael B. Moore joins call for President Biden to withdraw
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Michael B. Moore, Democratic candidate for South Carolina’s First Congressional District, used the Independence Day holiday to call on Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race and “carve a path forward for Democrats to keep the White House in 2024.” President Biden has faced skepticism from some in his party […]
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