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Two 4-star South Carolina football targets announce commitments to rival programs
South Carolina football is starting the most crucial stretch of days on the 2024 recruiting calendar. The Gamecocks have at least 9 recruiting targets making their college decisions public between July 20th and August 3rd, and Shane Beamer and his coaching staff are in a good position to land a few of them.
Locals compete in American Pickleball Tour's Columbia stop
Pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States in each of the last three years, and this weekend it has taken over the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The American Pickleball Tour is back in town after a successful first visit in 2023, putting on a three-day indoor tournament...
Former South Carolina baseball star sets an all-time team record
Rumors swirled this winter that South Carolina baseball legend Jackie Bradley, Jr. was retiring from professional baseball. The rumors were strong enough that national writer John Heyman even reported that the outfielder was "expected to retire." The 2010 and 2011 College World Series champion denied the rumors and has been working to get back into Major League Baseball since then.
Will Bailey coaching history and successful return to Columbia revealed
Will Bailey, returning to Columbia after coaching at Loyola University Chicago, brings a strong work ethic and recruiting skills, emphasizing meaningful relationships with players and coaches, as praised by Head Coach Lamont Paris. Bailey's coaching history includes successful stints at St. Louis and La Salle, contributing to notable improvements in each program.
Even during the All-Star break, South Carolina basketball legend A'ja Wilson can't stop winning awards
A'ja Wilson has won just about every accolade possible during her basketball career. While playing for Dawn Staley's South Carolina basketball team, Wilson was the National Player of the Year and a National Champion, and she has won two MVPS and two WNBA Finals titles since becoming a professional. While...
Five Manning students awarded scholarships by St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54
St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54 hosted its annual scholarship donation event on July 8 at the lodge, located at 232 East Boyce Street. Five local students were awarded scholarships to assist with their college and further education expenses. The recipients, listed from left to right in the group photo, are...
South Carolina’s DNC delegation endorses Kamala Harris
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina’s Democratic National Convention delegation has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 Democratic Presidential Nomination. The delegation voted to endorse Harris on Sunday night just hours after President Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy in the race for the White House. He then endorsed his VP to carry on. […]
Rain reigns over the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) -- Don't forget to pack your umbrella!. As moisture moves across the Midlands, there will be more chances of rain. There's a chance of heavy rain on Sunday evening, along with scattered thunderstorms and showers. The northern Midlands are expected to receive the greatest amount, based on...
Columbia Police celebrate National Ice Cream Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The Columbia Police Department is thrilled to participate in National Ice Cream Day. Introduced in 2017 by Chief Holbrook, the CPD ice cream truck aims to build stronger community-police relations and foster engagement. “The ice cream truck has been fantastic for community engagement,” said Chief...
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