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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.
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.
Sailor from West Columbia serves with U.S. Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command
Seaman Recruit Jonathan Anderson, from West Columbia, South Carolina, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command (NMRLC), Williamsburg, Virginia. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in West Columbia. “I was on a roller derby team named the...
Palmetto Thrift Store Welcomes New Owner and Revitalizes Chapin Location
Palmetto Thrift Store, formerly known as Chapin Thrift Store, is now under the ownership of Debbie Hammond, who has successfully managed the store’s Columbia location for the past four years. Known for her commitment to community service and charitable initiatives, Hammond is dedicated to making a positive impact in the Midlands.
High School Football Week Zero Highlights and Scores
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The 2024 high school football season kicked off on Friday as we gear up for another incredible season!. You can watch highlights and scores from tonight's "Sports Zone" by clicking on the video at the top of the page. Note: Due to FOX programming, Sports...
Scheduled comedy roast by student organization ‘Uncensored America’ sparks controversy at USC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Student organization “Uncensored America” shared an invitation highlighting that one of the speakers is founder of a white supremacist organization. A scheduled comedy roast of Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris that is set to be hosted by a student-run organization at the University of South Carolina is sparking controversy.
Former South Carolina basketball star to play in new pro league after WNBA season
WNBA All-Stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier founded Unrivaled Basketball, a 3-on-3 league that will play in the winter, offering additional exposure and earning opportunities for women's basketball players. One of the biggest names to sign with Unrivaled is South Carolina basketball alum Allisha Gray. Gray will be 1 of...
2025 cornerback Onis Konanbanny commits to Vols
2025 four-star cornerback Onis Konanbanny committed to Tennessee on Friday. He committed to the Vols over Florida State. Konanbanny ranks as the No. 302 overall national prospect. He also ranks as the No. 28 cornerback and No. 4 prospect in South Carolina, per 247Sports. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound cornerback is from...
Melvin Ingram, Pharoh Cooper, Tommy Moody headline loaded South Carolina Gamecocks Hall of Fame class
The University of South Carolina Lettermen's Association Hall of Fame is enshrining a loaded 9-person class this year. South Carolina Gamecocks legends from football, basketball, baseball, softball, and track and field will be honored as Melvin Ingram, Pharoh Cooper, Tommy Moody, Tiffany Mitchell, Jocelyn Penn, Jason Richardson, Bob Kaczka, Dana Fulmer, and Shalonda Solomon will be inducted officially on November 1, 2024 and recognized the next day at the South Carolina-Texas A&M football game.
42 Upstate leaders selected to become Riley Fellows
Participants will take part in the Riley Institute’s award-winning Diversity Leaders Initiative before joining a network of more than 2,800 graduates across the state. GREENVILLE, S.C. — Forty-two leaders from across the Upstate will participate in the Riley Institute’s intensive 5-month Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI), learning the skills and perspectives necessary to leverage diversity in their organizations in ways that drive social and economic progress in South Carolina.
Armyworm infestation hits Blythewood & Fairfield
BLYTHEWOOD/FAIRFIELD COUNTY – As the armyworm infestation is reportedly moving rapidly across the state, Kenny Mullis, who manages a number of farm pastures in Blythewood and Fairfield County, says the infestation in this area is worse than he’s seen in years. “They come in cycles, but it’s been...
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