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Wildfires in the Carolinas

Wildfires Raging in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declared

March 19, 2025

News Summary Multiple wildfires are currently engulfing the Carolinas, including a significant fire near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Evacuations have been ordered as the fires threaten homes and air quality....

Severe Weather in Columbia

Severe Weather Hits Columbia, South Carolina

March 19, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is experiencing severe weather, including tornado and thunderstorm warnings. Residents are advised to stay alert as the storm brings risks of flash flooding, power outages,...

Brittanee Drexel Case Verdict

South Carolina Jury Awards $700 Million to Drexel Family

March 19, 2025

News Summary A South Carolina jury awarded $700 million to the family of Brittanee Drexel, a teenager kidnapped and murdered during a 2009 trip to Myrtle Beach. The decision comes...

Police tape marking a crime scene in Hardeeville, SC

18-Year-Old Arrested in Hardeeville Armed Robbery

March 19, 2025

News Summary An 18-year-old named Javon Arkeem Mitchell has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on September 26, 2024, in Hardeeville, SC. The arrest followed an...

Four cats lounging near the Hilton Head Airport parking lot.

Hilton Head Island Committee Moves to Evict Airport Cat Colony

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort County Public Facilities Committee has approved a new policy to prohibit feeding wildlife at Hilton Head Island Airport, potentially leading to the eviction of a cat...

Beautiful Hilton Head beach with shells and marine life

Guidelines for Collecting Souvenirs on Hilton Head Beach

March 19, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island attracts visitors with its pristine beaches and diverse marine life. While collecting sand, shells, and teeth is permitted, it comes with guidelines to ensure the...

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...

Tragic Accident Scene in Lancaster County

Tragic Head-On Collision Claims Lives in Lancaster County

March 18, 2025

News Summary A heart-wrenching head-on collision in Lancaster County occurred on a quiet Friday night, resulting in the loss of three lives. The accident involved two pickup trucks and struck...

Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

South Carolina’s Historic Firing Squad Execution

March 18, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon became the first inmate executed by firing squad in South Carolina’s modern history on March 7, 2025. Convicted of the brutal murders of Gladys and David...

BUSINESS

South Carolina Landscape

South Carolina Tops U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index

March 19, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has claimed the number one spot in U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index, marking a significant achievement as the Palmetto State outpaces Texas for the first time. With...

Charleston South Carolina Charm

Charleston Residents Concerned About Rising Living Costs

March 19, 2025

News Summary With an influx of new residents from high-cost states, Charleston, South Carolina, is facing challenges as locals experience rising living costs. While new arrivals are attracted by lower...

Greenville Super Center Closure for Immigrant Support

Greenville Supports Immigrant Impact with Business Closure

March 19, 2025

News Summary La Unica Super Center in Greenville, SC, closed on February 3rd in solidarity with the nationwide protest ‘A Day Without Immigrants,’ highlighting the essential economic contributions of immigrants....

South Carolina Growth 2024

South Carolina Named Fastest Growing State for 2024

March 18, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has been ranked as the fastest growing state for 2024 by U-Haul’s Growth Index, marking a notable shift in relocation trends. Overtaking Texas, South Carolina’s appeal...

SOPAKCO Expansion Project

SOPAKCO Expands Manufacturing Facility in Bennettsville

March 18, 2025

News Summary SOPAKCO is set to invest $22.8 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Bennettsville, SC. The renovation will add 200,000 square feet and create over 130 new jobs,...

Elderly seniors receiving support from caregivers in a comfortable home setting

Home Care Services for Seniors in Beaufort County

March 18, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County offers various home care services designed to assist seniors in maintaining their independence and well-being at home. Providers like Right at Home, Home Helpers of the...

Party City Store Closure

Party City Closing All U.S. Stores Amid Bankruptcy

March 17, 2025

News Summary Party City has announced the closure of all 850 stores in the U.S., affecting thousands of employees and marking a significant downturn for the once-popular party supply chain....

Pittsylvania County Technology Center

New Technology Center Planned for Pittsylvania County

March 17, 2025

News Summary TECHnista LLC has announced a significant investment to establish a national training and technology center in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. The $1.6 million project is set to create 15...

Dominion Energy Assisting Small Businesses

Dominion Energy Supports Small Businesses in South Carolina

March 17, 2025

News Summary Dominion Energy has launched the EnergyShare for Small Business program to assist small businesses and nonprofits in South Carolina facing financial hardships with utility bills. Eligible organizations can...

Events/What's Happening

Crowd enjoying performances at the Savannah Music Festival.

Savannah Music Festival Returns for Its 36th Annual Event

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) will take place from March 26 to April 14, 2025, featuring nearly 100 live performances across various genres. Executive Director Gene Dobbs Bradford...

Reenactment celebrating Lafayette's 200th anniversary visit with participants in 19th-century costumes by the waterfront.

Beaufort Commemorates 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Visit

March 19, 2025

News Summary Beaufort is set to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s historic visit with a reenactment on March 18, 2025. The event will start with cannon and...

Construction signs near Lost Island Road for storm drain replacement

Beaufort County Prepares for Storm Drainpipe Replacement

March 19, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County is gearing up for significant weather events, including the upcoming storm drainpipe replacement on Lost Island Road from March 19 to 21, 2025. Traffic will be...

Participants engaged in discussions at the biblical truths seminar

Beaufort Hosts Inaugural Spring Seminar on Biblical Truths

March 19, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School will host its first seminar titled ‘The Splendor of the Truth in the Brave New World.’ The event features...

Colorful golf carts lined up on a sunlit street in Hilton Head Island.

Golf Cart Rentals Surge on Hilton Head Island Amid Spring Season

March 19, 2025

News Summary As spring vacation season unfolds, golf cart rentals on Hilton Head Island are gaining popularity among both locals and tourists. Offering a cost-effective alternative to rental cars, these...

Community event in South Carolina promoting local initiatives and pet adoption.

Community Updates from South Carolina

March 18, 2025

News Summary South Carolina sees significant community engagement through various initiatives. The Palmetto Animal League promotes pet adoption, while the Human Trafficking Task Force launches a certification program. Beaufort Memorial...

Elderly seniors receiving support from caregivers in a comfortable home setting

Home Care Services for Seniors in Beaufort County

March 18, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County offers various home care services designed to assist seniors in maintaining their independence and well-being at home. Providers like Right at Home, Home Helpers of the...

Interactive exhibit at Bluffton's Foodseum celebrating Southern cuisine.

Bluffton Opens Its First Foodseum Celebrating Southern Cuisine

March 18, 2025

News Summary Bluffton, SC, unveils the South’s first Foodseum at the Culinary Institute of the Lowcountry. This interactive museum showcases Southern food heritage, featuring exhibits on agriculture, Gullah culture, and...

Collage representing the literary legacy of Ann Head, featuring vintage elements of Southern literature.

Beaufort Honors Ann Head with New Biography Release

March 17, 2025

News Summary Beaufort, S.C., is set to celebrate the literary contributions of Ann Head with the release of her biography, “Ahead of Her Time, The Trailblazing Life and Literary Legacy...

CRIME

Brittanee Drexel Case Verdict

South Carolina Jury Awards $700 Million to Drexel Family

March 19, 2025

News Summary A South Carolina jury awarded $700 million to the family of Brittanee Drexel, a teenager kidnapped and murdered during a 2009 trip to Myrtle Beach. The decision comes...

Police tape marking a crime scene in Hardeeville, SC

18-Year-Old Arrested in Hardeeville Armed Robbery

March 19, 2025

News Summary An 18-year-old named Javon Arkeem Mitchell has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on September 26, 2024, in Hardeeville, SC. The arrest followed an...

Tragic Accident Scene in Lancaster County

Tragic Head-On Collision Claims Lives in Lancaster County

March 18, 2025

News Summary A heart-wrenching head-on collision in Lancaster County occurred on a quiet Friday night, resulting in the loss of three lives. The accident involved two pickup trucks and struck...

Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

South Carolina’s Historic Firing Squad Execution

March 18, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon became the first inmate executed by firing squad in South Carolina’s modern history on March 7, 2025. Convicted of the brutal murders of Gladys and David...

Justice for Brittanee Drexel

South Carolina Jury Awards $700 Million in Brittanee Drexel Case

March 18, 2025

News Summary A South Carolina jury has awarded $700 million to the family of Brittanee Drexel, who was kidnapped and murdered during a spring break trip to Myrtle Beach in...

Tragic Car Crash in Little River, SC

Tragic Car Crash Claims Life in Little River, SC

March 17, 2025

News Summary A heartbreaking car crash occurred in Little River, South Carolina, late Saturday night, resulting in the death of a 43-year-old woman. Heather Hairston was driving her Honda Accord...

Traffic Standstill on I-85

Bomb Threat Escalates Traffic Incident on I-85 in Greenville

March 17, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop on I-85 turned alarming when Ahmad Jamal Khamees Alhendi claimed his tractor-trailer had a bomb. This prompted a major shutdown of the interstate, affecting...

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...

Abbeville County Traffic Accident

Fatal Three-Vehicle Crash in Abbeville County Leaves One Dead

March 16, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident in Abbeville County resulted in one fatality and left another individual injured early this morning. The collision, which involved three vehicles, was sparked by a...

POLITICS

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...

Myrtle Beach Evening

Myrtle Beach Sees Justice in Drexel Case with Major Developments

March 13, 2025

News Summary Myrtle Beach witnesses significant developments in the Brittanee Drexel case as Angel Vause pleads guilty to making false statements. Her admissions along with Raymond Moody’s conviction bring new...

A park in Bluffton, SC showcasing vibrant green spaces and trees.

Bluffton Town Council Expands Green Space Initiatives

March 13, 2025

News Summary The Bluffton Town Council is addressing community concerns regarding development by focusing on enhancing green spaces. Recent actions include land acquisitions to preserve natural areas, as well as...

Historic Firing Squad Execution

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

March 12, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina witnessed its first execution by firing squad in 15 years on Friday, marking a significant event in America’s capital punishment history. Brad Sigmon, convicted of...

Historic Firing Squad Execution

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

March 11, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, Columbia, South Carolina, witnessed a historic moment as Brad Keith Sigmon became the first inmate executed by firing squad in the U.S. in 15...

Threats Against the President

Irmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President Trump

March 10, 2025

News Summary A 47-year-old man from Irmo, South Carolina, is charged with making threats against President Donald Trump. Travis Keith Lang pleaded not guilty and has a history of similar...

SPORTS

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...

South Carolina Football at NFL Scouting Combine

South Carolina Football Sets Record at NFL Scouting Combine

February 20, 2025

News Summary South Carolina football has achieved a remarkable feat by receiving 11 invitations to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, marking a significant moment for the program. Scheduled from February...

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