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Tragic Incident Site in Saint Matthews

Tragedy in Saint Matthews: Booby-Trapped Shotgun Claims Life

March 29, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident occurred in Saint Matthews, South Carolina, where Jordan Dove, a 34-year-old man, lost his life due to a booby-trapped shotgun set at his uncle’s home....

Train Crossing Safety

Tragic Train Collision in Columbia Claims Local Life

March 29, 2025

News Summary A tragic train collision in Columbia early Tuesday morning resulted in the death of local resident Otto Asmond Jr. The Amtrak train collided with a pickup truck at...

Rhesus Macaques on the Loose

Monkeys on the Loose: South Carolina Residents Urged to Stay Safe

March 29, 2025

News Summary In Beaufort, South Carolina, 43 rhesus macaques escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility. Authorities have urged residents to secure their homes while efforts to recapture the playful...

Police Investigation at I-85 Bomb Threat

Illinois Man Arrested After Bomb Threat Halts I-85 Traffic

March 29, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop in Greenville, SC turned alarming when Ahmad Alhendi made a bomb threat, causing major traffic disruptions on I-85. Authorities responded swiftly, closing several lanes...

South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Victory Celebration

Birmingham Celebrates South Carolina Gamecocks’ NCAA Victory

March 29, 2025

News Summary On March 28, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks triumphed over the Maryland Terrapins with a thrilling 71-67 victory in the NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16, securing a place...

A diverse neighborhood featuring affordable housing options in Savannah

Savannah City Council Approves Zoning Amendment for Affordable Housing

March 29, 2025

News Summary The Savannah City Council has approved a zoning amendment to boost affordable housing development, allowing for more housing units and enabling duplexes in previously single-family zones. The initiative...

FBI and Savannah Police investigating vandalism at Federal Courthouse

FBI and Savannah Police Investigate Vandalism at Courthouse

March 29, 2025

News Summary The FBI and Savannah Police Department are looking into a vandalism incident that occurred at the Federal Courthouse Annex on March 3, 2025. The courthouse, significant for the...

Rhesus Macaque Monkeys in the Wild

Four Rhesus Macaque Monkeys Captured After Two-Month Escape

March 28, 2025

News Summary A group of four rhesus macaque monkeys, who escaped from a research facility in South Carolina, have been recaptured after living in the wild for nearly two months....

I-85 Bomb Threat Traffic Disruption

Bomb Threat Shuts Down I-85 Near Greenville, SC

March 28, 2025

News Summary A bomb threat led to the closure of I-85 near Greenville, SC, causing significant traffic delays. A 28-year-old man made the threat during a traffic stop, prompting a...

BUSINESS

Raleigh North Carolina Cityscape

Raleigh Crowned the Top Large City in America for 2025

March 29, 2025

News Summary Raleigh, North Carolina has been recognized as the ‘best-performing’ large city in America for 2025 by the Milken Institute. This significant improvement from its previous No. 2 ranking...

Smalls Sliders Spartanburg

Smalls Sliders Opens First SC Location in Spartanburg

March 29, 2025

News Summary Smalls Sliders is excited to announce its first South Carolina location, opening on February 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in Market Square, Spartanburg. Known for its delicious cheeseburger...

Spartanburg South Carolina Tourism

Spartanburg Thrives as South Carolina’s Tourism Sector Grows

March 29, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg, South Carolina, is experiencing a tourism boom, with the state’s travel sector growing by 65% over the past decade, contributing $29 billion annually to the economy. The...

SkillsUSA Competition in Columbia

CarolinaPower Supports Students at SkillsUSA Competition

March 29, 2025

News Summary The 2025 SkillsUSA South Carolina competition brought excitement to Columbia as students showcased their skills in trades. CarolinaPower stepped in as a Corporate Partner, supporting participants by providing...

Construction site of the new hospitals in Bluffton, SC

Bluffton, SC Approves Plans for Two New Hospitals

March 29, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Department of Public Health has approved the construction of two new hospitals in Bluffton, SC. The Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center will feature a 50-bed...

A variety of delicious breakfast dishes including omelets, corned beef hash, and blueberry muffins.

Bluffton’s Eggs Up Grill Marks One Year of Community Impact

March 29, 2025

News Summary Eggs Up Grill in Bluffton, SC, proudly celebrates its one-year anniversary, co-owned by Lori and George Hutson. The restaurant offers a variety of breakfast and brunch options and...

Bicycle Shop in Summerville

Summerville Bicycle Shop Owner Awarded State Honor

March 28, 2025

News Summary Michael Haldeman, owner of SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop in Summerville, SC, has been named South Carolina’s State Small Business Person of the Year. Recognized for his business acumen and...

HVAC Training Facility

New Clean Tech Accelerator Launches in South Carolina

March 28, 2025

News Summary Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina has launched the Clean Tech Accelerator, the first program in the state aimed at training individuals for careers in the HVAC and...

Raleigh Cityscape 2025

Raleigh Crowned Best Large City in the U.S. for 2025

March 28, 2025

News Summary Raleigh, North Carolina, has been ranked as the best-performing large city in the U.S. for 2025 by the Milken Institute. Notable for its job and wage growth, largely...

Events/What's Happening

Construction site of the new hospitals in Bluffton, SC

Bluffton, SC Approves Plans for Two New Hospitals

March 29, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Department of Public Health has approved the construction of two new hospitals in Bluffton, SC. The Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center will feature a 50-bed...

A variety of delicious breakfast dishes including omelets, corned beef hash, and blueberry muffins.

Bluffton’s Eggs Up Grill Marks One Year of Community Impact

March 29, 2025

News Summary Eggs Up Grill in Bluffton, SC, proudly celebrates its one-year anniversary, co-owned by Lori and George Hutson. The restaurant offers a variety of breakfast and brunch options and...

Families enjoying budget-friendly activities on Hilton Head Island beach

Hilton Head Offers Budget-Friendly Family Activities for Spring Break Getaways

March 29, 2025

News Summary As families prepare for spring break, Hilton Head Island emerges as a prime destination with a plethora of budget-friendly activities. From themed miniature golf courses to accessible beaches...

Rendering of Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center

Bluffton Health Care Expansion Approved by State

March 28, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Department of Public Health has approved Novant Health’s application for a new 50-bed hospital in Bluffton. The facility, the Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center, represents...

Diners enjoying food in a restaurant on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island’s Culinary Scene Shines

March 28, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island is emerging as a culinary hotspot, acclaimed for its wide range of dining options that feature fresh seafood and Southern-inspired flavors. The island showcases a...

A peaceful park with benches and trails commemorating the 1st South Carolina Volunteers.

Beaufort Develops Park to Honor 1st South Carolina Volunteers

March 27, 2025

News Summary The city of Beaufort is establishing a park dedicated to the 1st South Carolina Volunteers, the first Black regiment to serve the Union during the Civil War. Covering...

Conceptual rendering of Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center

Bluffton Approves New $320 Million Novant Health Medical Center

March 27, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Department of Public Health has approved Novant Health’s Certificate of Need application for a $320 million medical center in Bluffton. This new facility is set...

Artists creating chalk art at Beaufort Chalk Art Festival

Beaufort to Host Second Annual “Chalk It Up!” Festival March 28-30

March 27, 2025

News Summary The second annual “Chalk It Up!” festival will take place in downtown Beaufort from March 28 to 30, featuring an array of talented artists who will create stunning...

Picturesque view of Savannah with cobblestone streets and historic architecture

Savannah Named Top U.S. Destination with Unique Charm

March 25, 2025

News Summary Savannah, Georgia has been recognized as one of the top five U.S. destinations for its compelling ‘foreign feel’ according to a survey by Turn The Page Travel. The...

CRIME

Tragic Incident Site in Saint Matthews

Tragedy in Saint Matthews: Booby-Trapped Shotgun Claims Life

March 29, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident occurred in Saint Matthews, South Carolina, where Jordan Dove, a 34-year-old man, lost his life due to a booby-trapped shotgun set at his uncle’s home....

Train Crossing Safety

Tragic Train Collision in Columbia Claims Local Life

March 29, 2025

News Summary A tragic train collision in Columbia early Tuesday morning resulted in the death of local resident Otto Asmond Jr. The Amtrak train collided with a pickup truck at...

Rhesus Macaques on the Loose

Monkeys on the Loose: South Carolina Residents Urged to Stay Safe

March 29, 2025

News Summary In Beaufort, South Carolina, 43 rhesus macaques escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility. Authorities have urged residents to secure their homes while efforts to recapture the playful...

Police Investigation at I-85 Bomb Threat

Illinois Man Arrested After Bomb Threat Halts I-85 Traffic

March 29, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop in Greenville, SC turned alarming when Ahmad Alhendi made a bomb threat, causing major traffic disruptions on I-85. Authorities responded swiftly, closing several lanes...

FBI and Savannah Police investigating vandalism at Federal Courthouse

FBI and Savannah Police Investigate Vandalism at Courthouse

March 29, 2025

News Summary The FBI and Savannah Police Department are looking into a vandalism incident that occurred at the Federal Courthouse Annex on March 3, 2025. The courthouse, significant for the...

Rhesus Macaque Monkeys in the Wild

Four Rhesus Macaque Monkeys Captured After Two-Month Escape

March 28, 2025

News Summary A group of four rhesus macaque monkeys, who escaped from a research facility in South Carolina, have been recaptured after living in the wild for nearly two months....

I-85 Bomb Threat Traffic Disruption

Bomb Threat Shuts Down I-85 Near Greenville, SC

March 28, 2025

News Summary A bomb threat led to the closure of I-85 near Greenville, SC, causing significant traffic delays. A 28-year-old man made the threat during a traffic stop, prompting a...

Community Mourns Victim of Gun Violence

Tragedy Strikes in Hopkins, South Carolina: Teenager Loses Life in Accidental Shooting

March 28, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident in Hopkins, South Carolina, has left a community in mourning after a 15-year-old boy was accidentally shot. The boy, Jayen Gladden, was discovered with a...

Historic Prison in South Carolina

Historic Execution in Columbia, South Carolina

March 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, witnessed a significant event on March 7, 2025, as Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad—the first use of this method in the U.S. in...

POLITICS

Community meeting in Tybee Island about voting system changes

Tybee Island Residents Discuss Voting System Changes

March 28, 2025

News Summary During recent meetings, Tybee Island residents debated a possible shift from a plurality voting system to a majority system. High attendance showed interest, but most expressed confusion over...

Historic Prison in South Carolina

Historic Execution in Columbia, South Carolina

March 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, witnessed a significant event on March 7, 2025, as Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad—the first use of this method in the U.S. in...

Historic Firing Squad Execution Scene

Columbia, South Carolina: Historic Firing Squad Execution

March 23, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, Brad Sigmon became the first person executed by firing squad in the U.S. since 2010, marking a controversial moment in capital punishment history. Sigmon,...

Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office engaging with community members.

Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Reapplies for ICE Task Force

March 23, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to re-establish a local task force in partnership with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This reapplication is part of the federal...

Wetland area in Bluffton, SC with rich vegetation and water reflecting a commitment to conservation.

Bluffton Enacts Wetlands Protection Ordinance Post Supreme Court Ruling

March 20, 2025

News Summary Bluffton, SC has become the first municipality in South Carolina to pass a wetlands protection ordinance in response to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. This new law mandates...

Members of a council sitting around a table discussing changes and policies.

Beaufort County Council Faces Leadership Changes and Transparency Issues

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort County Council is experiencing significant leadership changes as increasing transparency concerns and ethical investigations come to light. Recently cited as South Carolina’s most secretive council, the...

Feral cats at Hilton Head Island Airport walking near an airplane.

Hilton Head Island Airport’s Cat Colony Faces Relocation Threat

March 18, 2025

News Summary The Hilton Head Island Airport is contemplating a new wildlife management policy that may lead to the relocation of its long-established feral cat colony. The proposed policy prohibits...

Historic Firing Squad Execution

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

March 17, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, South Carolina executed Brad Keith Sigmon by firing squad, marking the first time this method has been used in the state. Sigmon, convicted of...

Community members discuss future plans for Talmadge Memorial Bridge in Savannah.

Talmadge Memorial Bridge Future Discussed in Savannah

March 16, 2025

News Summary The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is gathering public input for the future of the Talmadge Memorial Bridge. Recent public engagement events revealed concepts for a new bridge...

SPORTS

South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Victory Celebration

Birmingham Celebrates South Carolina Gamecocks’ NCAA Victory

March 29, 2025

News Summary On March 28, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks triumphed over the Maryland Terrapins with a thrilling 71-67 victory in the NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16, securing a place...

UCLA Women's Basketball Team Celebrates

UCLA Women’s Basketball Team Secures Historic No. 1 Seed

March 17, 2025

News Summary The UCLA Bruins have made history by earning the No. 1 overall seed in the women’s NCAA Tournament for the first time. With a season record of 30...

South Carolina SEC Tournament Celebration

South Carolina Wins Third Consecutive SEC Tournament Title

March 15, 2025

News Summary In a commanding display, the South Carolina women’s basketball team claimed their third straight SEC Tournament championship with a 64-45 victory over Texas. Their defensive strategy, which held...

Public tennis courts on Hilton Head Island during the Spring Tennis Fest

Local Resident Objects to Public Tennis Court Use During Spring Fest

March 15, 2025

News Summary The annual Spring Tennis Fest in Hilton Head Island has raised concerns among residents regarding the limited availability of public tennis courts. Resident Justin Wilson expressed frustration on...

South Carolina Gamecocks SEC Championship Celebration

South Carolina Wins SEC Championship Against Texas

March 14, 2025

News Summary In a remarkable display of talent, the South Carolina Gamecocks secured their third consecutive SEC Tournament Championship by defeating the Texas Longhorns with a score of 64-45. This...

South Carolina Football Stadium

Jaycee Horn Becomes Highest-Paid Cornerback in NFL History

March 12, 2025

News Summary Former South Carolina Gamecocks standout Jaycee Horn has signed a groundbreaking $100 million contract, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. This achievement not only highlights Horn’s...

Anglers fishing on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Fishing Regulations and Spots for Anglers

March 7, 2025

News Summary Explore the fishing opportunities on Hilton Head Island while complying with local regulations. Learn about required licenses, fishing spots, seasonal species, and gear rentals to enhance your angling...

Gamecocks NCAA Tournament Excitement

Columbia Celebrates Gamecocks’ NCAA Tournament Seeding

March 1, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team has secured a number two seed in the NCAA Tournament following a season marked by tough competition. Despite setbacks against top...

Celebration of Women's Basketball

Columbia Celebrates Dawn Staley’s Record-Breaking Contract Extension

February 22, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team, has signed a historic contract extension lasting through the 2029-30 season. This deal, which makes...

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