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Chaos at Walmart Lancaster

Chaos Erupts at Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina

April 24, 2025

News Summary A routine shopping trip turned chaotic on April 1 when gunfire erupted inside a Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina. Eyewitnesses reported panicked shoppers fleeing as two people were...

Snow King Resort Acquisition

Jackson Hole Welcomes New Changes with Snow King Resort Acquisition

April 24, 2025

News Summary Castle Peak Holdings’ acquisition of Snow King Resort in Jackson Hole marks a significant enhancement for the popular destination. With plans for renovations focusing on family-friendly amenities and...

Tragic Incident in Wando

Tragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local Teen

April 24, 2025

News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Wando, South Carolina resulted in the death of 17-year-old Tyren J. Kinloch during a deputy-involved traffic stop. The event occurred late Tuesday night...

Beau Atkinson Joins Ohio State

Raleigh’s Beau Atkinson Transfers to Ohio State

April 24, 2025

News Summary Beau Atkinson, a standout EDGE rusher from Raleigh, North Carolina, has committed to Ohio State after a competitive recruitment process. Having spent two successful seasons at North Carolina,...

Traffic light and lane redesign at a Beaufort County intersection

Beaufort County Intersection Redesign Yields Mixed Results

April 24, 2025

News Summary The significant redesign of the S.C. 170 and U.S. 278 intersection in Beaufort County has aimed to improve traffic flow and safety. While the redesign introduced features such...

Gathering at a town hall meeting with attendees discussing issues and signs of protest outside.

Congresswoman Nancy Mace Faces Criticism at Town Hall Meeting

April 24, 2025

News Summary U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace held a town hall exclusively for Dataw Island residents, prompting protests outside from those demanding broader public participation. While many attendees supported her views,...

Car Crash Scene in Little River

Tragic Car Crash in Little River Claims One Life

April 23, 2025

News Summary A deadly car crash in Little River, South Carolina, on January 18, 2025, involved two vehicles and resulted in the death of 43-year-old Heather Hairston. The driver of...

Columbia Winter Scene

Columbia Weather Forecast: Possible Snow This Weekend

April 23, 2025

News Summary Columbia is gearing up for a chance of snowfall starting Friday night, potentially lasting through Saturday morning. The National Weather Service is monitoring conditions, suggesting temperatures could drop...

Carolina Wildfires Scene

Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and Evacuations

April 23, 2025

News Summary Wildfires have engulfed South Carolina, leading to a state of emergency and mandatory evacuations in affected areas. Firefighters work to combat over 170 wildfires, with the largest near...

BUSINESS

Smalls Sliders Interior

Smalls Sliders Opens Doors in Spartanburg

April 24, 2025

News Summary Smalls Sliders is set to open in Spartanburg on February 18, 2025. The restaurant will offer delicious cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes, and more. With strong community ties and...

SCARNG Verizon Partnership

Verizon Partners with South Carolina Army National Guard

April 24, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Army National Guard (SCARNG) has secured a partnership with Verizon Business, designating Verizon as the primary wireless communications provider. This contract will supply connectivity for...

Milo's Tea Co. New Facility

Milo’s Tea Co. Opens New Facility in Spartanburg

April 24, 2025

News Summary Milo’s Tea Co. has officially opened a new production and distribution facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, marking a $200 million investment. The expansive 250,000 square foot facility is...

Residential neighborhood in Beaufort County, SC

Beaufort County Housing Market Shows Resilience in 2025

April 24, 2025

News Summary In 2025, Beaufort County, SC, is experiencing a robust housing market with home sales increasing by 11.5% and a median home price rise of 9.9%. Despite national market...

Clean Energy Future in South Carolina

New Leadership at Duke Energy in South Carolina

April 23, 2025

News Summary Duke Energy announces Tim Pearson as the new South Carolina state president, replacing Mike Callahan. Pearson, who has a strong background in government affairs and policy, is set...

SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop

Michael Haldeman Named South Carolina’s Small Business Person of the Year

April 23, 2025

News Summary Michael Haldeman, owner of SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop in Summerville, has been awarded South Carolina’s Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. This recognition...

Michelin 50th Anniversary Celebration

Michelin Celebrates 50 Years in South Carolina

April 23, 2025

News Summary Michelin North America marks a significant milestone as it celebrates its 50th anniversary in South Carolina and 35 years at its Greenville headquarters. The event spotlighted the company’s...

Charleston Bar Scene

Charleston Faces Liquor Liability Law Challenges Amid Insurance Hikes

April 23, 2025

News Summary Charleston is grappling with rising liquor liability insurance costs that are impacting local businesses. Lawmakers are looking to amend existing laws to relieve financial burdens on bar and...

Lift Technologies Facility Expansion

Lift Technologies Inc. Expands in Westminster

April 23, 2025

News Summary Lift Technologies Inc., known as Lift-Tek, is set to expand its manufacturing facility in Westminster, Oconee County. This major project includes a 110,000 square feet addition and will...

Events/What's Happening

Community gathering promoting Gullah Geechee culture

Savannah Promotes Gullah Geechee Cultural Tourism

April 24, 2025

News Summary The Georgia Gullah Geechee Heritage Society recently convened in Savannah, collaborating with local stakeholders and the Gullah Geechee Georgia Museum to promote cultural tourism. Held at the historic...

Families enjoying the Hilton Head Island Quilt Celebration in an outdoor park.

Hilton Head Island Quilt Celebration Scheduled for April 2025

April 24, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island will host the ‘Experience the Power of Quilts in the Journey to Freedom’ event on April 26, 2025. This free outdoor gathering at Historic Mitchelville...

Residential neighborhood in Beaufort County, SC

Beaufort County Housing Market Shows Resilience in 2025

April 24, 2025

News Summary In 2025, Beaufort County, SC, is experiencing a robust housing market with home sales increasing by 11.5% and a median home price rise of 9.9%. Despite national market...

Volunteers participating in the Runway FOD Walk at Beaufort Executive Airport.

Beaufort’s First Runway FOD Walk Event to Enhance Safety

April 23, 2025

News Summary Beaufort will host its inaugural Runway FOD Walk on May 3, part of South Carolina Aviation Week, focusing on removing Foreign Object Debris from the runway. Community members...

Exterior of the new ALDI store in Beaufort with shoppers and carts

Beaufort to Open New ALDI Store by September 2024

April 23, 2025

News Summary Beaufort is excited to announce the upcoming opening of a new ALDI store by September 2024 as part of the Beaufort Station Shopping Center. This 21,000 square foot...

Construction site of the Bluffton Emergency Department

Bluffton Initiates Construction on Emergency Department and Health Place

April 23, 2025

News Summary Novant Health has broken ground on the new Bluffton Emergency Department and Health Place, enhancing healthcare accessibility for the growing community. The facilities, set to open in Spring...

People collaborating in a community garden in Savannah

Savannah Awarded $125,000 Grant for Food Access Improvement

April 22, 2025

News Summary Savannah has been awarded a $125,000 grant to enhance nutrition and food access in underserved communities, announced during the AAMA National Conference. The funding, from the African American...

A nostalgic scene from The Breakfast Club reunion event

The Breakfast Club Cast Reunites in Chicago for 40th Anniversary

April 22, 2025

News Summary Chicago recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of ‘The Breakfast Club’ with a historic reunion of the core cast at the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo. Key cast members,...

Community members discussing SPLOST projects in Savannah

Savannah Launches Public Survey for SPLOST Referendum

April 22, 2025

News Summary The City of Savannah has initiated a public survey to collect resident feedback on the upcoming Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) referendum set for November 4,...

CRIME

Chaos at Walmart Lancaster

Chaos Erupts at Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina

April 24, 2025

News Summary A routine shopping trip turned chaotic on April 1 when gunfire erupted inside a Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina. Eyewitnesses reported panicked shoppers fleeing as two people were...

Tragic Incident in Wando

Tragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local Teen

April 24, 2025

News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Wando, South Carolina resulted in the death of 17-year-old Tyren J. Kinloch during a deputy-involved traffic stop. The event occurred late Tuesday night...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi by Firing Squad

April 23, 2025

News Summary In a somber event, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad on Friday evening. This marks the second use of this controversial execution method in just five...

Fire at Legacy Charter School

Greenville Man Charged with Arson After School Buses Fire

April 23, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man, Charles E. Williamson, has been charged with arson for allegedly setting fire to several school buses at Legacy Charter School in Greenville, SC. The incident,...

The Pantry convenience store illuminated at night, symbolizing a small community setting.

Hilton Head Island Community Remembers Unsolved Murder of David Spiegel

April 23, 2025

News Summary Nearly three decades after the murder of David Spiegel, the Hilton Head Island community remains in search of answers. Spiegel, who was working at The Pantry convenience store,...

School Buses on Fire

Greenville Man Charged in School Bus Arson Incident

April 22, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man, Charles E. Williamson, faces serious charges after allegedly setting school buses on fire at Legacy Charter School in Greenville, South Carolina. The incident, which occurred...

Traffic congestion on the bridge to Hilton Head Island with emergency services present.

Fatal Crash Causes Major Delays on Hilton Head Island

April 22, 2025

News Summary A serious accident on the bridge to Hilton Head Island led to significant traffic delays on Friday. The left eastbound lane of U.S. 278 was closed for over...

Memorial for University of South Carolina Student

Tragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina Community

April 17, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina mourns the loss of Nathanial ‘Nate’ G. Baker, a 20-year-old business major, following a tragic hit-and-run accident near the campus. The incident, which...

Checks being handled carefully with a mailbox in the background

Hilton Head Residents Face Rising Threat of Check Fraud

April 17, 2025

News Summary Residents of Hilton Head are becoming increasingly concerned about a rise in check fraud cases. South Carolina ranks seventh in the nation for fraud rates, with older adults...

POLITICS

Gathering at a town hall meeting with attendees discussing issues and signs of protest outside.

Congresswoman Nancy Mace Faces Criticism at Town Hall Meeting

April 24, 2025

News Summary U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace held a town hall exclusively for Dataw Island residents, prompting protests outside from those demanding broader public participation. While many attendees supported her views,...

Officials discussing at a Bluffton Township Fire District meeting

Beaufort County Considers Suspension of Fire District Chairman

April 23, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County officials are deliberating the potential suspension of Rick Krob, the Bluffton Township Fire District board chairman, due to alleged misconduct. Krob has been part of the...

Senate Hearing on Health Nomination

Columbia Senate Committee Votes Against Dr. Simmer’s Nomination

April 21, 2025

News Summary In a surprising decision, the Senate Medical Affairs Committee in Columbia, South Carolina, voted against the nomination of Dr. Edward Simmer as the first director of the South...

Political Turbulence in South Carolina

Dr. Edward Simmer’s Nomination Faces Opposition in South Carolina

April 17, 2025

News Summary Dr. Edward Simmer’s nomination to lead the South Carolina Department of Public Health has encountered significant resistance, with the Senate Medical Affairs Committee voting against him. This marks...

Wildfires in the Carolinas

Wildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declarations

April 15, 2025

News Summary Residents of Carolina Beach, NC, are facing escalating wildfires as both North and South Carolina deal with blazes affecting thousands of acres. With Governor McMaster declaring a state...

Public Health Leadership Debate in Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Health Leadership Challenges

April 15, 2025

News Summary On April 3, 2025, the South Carolina Senate Medical Affairs Committee voted against Dr. Edward Simmer’s nomination to lead the new Department of Public Health. Despite past acclaim,...

Execution Reflection

Columbia, South Carolina: A Somber Execution by Firing Squad

April 14, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi using a firing squad, reigniting debates over the death penalty’s morality. This marked the state’s second firing squad execution...

Capital Punishment Controversy

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi: The Debate Over Capital Punishment

April 12, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, the fifth execution in eight months. Mahdi was convicted for the murder of James Myers, reigniting...

Controversial Execution Setting

South Carolina Set to Carry Out Controversial Execution

April 11, 2025

News Summary South Carolina is preparing to execute Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, reigniting debates on the death penalty and its methods. Mahdi, convicted in 2004 for the murder of...

SPORTS

Beau Atkinson Joins Ohio State

Raleigh’s Beau Atkinson Transfers to Ohio State

April 24, 2025

News Summary Beau Atkinson, a standout EDGE rusher from Raleigh, North Carolina, has committed to Ohio State after a competitive recruitment process. Having spent two successful seasons at North Carolina,...

Diverse volunteers assisting at the RBC Heritage golf tournament

Volunteers Enhance the 2025 RBC Heritage Tournament

April 17, 2025

News Summary The 2025 RBC Heritage tournament commenced with Pro-Am day at Harbour Links Golf Course, highlighting the critical contributions of over 1,600 local volunteers. Their roles include parking management,...

South Carolina Gamecocks SEC Championship Win

South Carolina Gamecocks Win SEC Championship Against Texas

April 14, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks showcased their dominance in women’s basketball by winning their third consecutive SEC Tournament Championship, defeating the Texas Longhorns 64-45. Head coach Dawn Staley led...

Aerial view of fighter jets performing at the Beaufort Air Show.

Beaufort Set to Host 2025 Air Show with Blue Angels

April 14, 2025

News Summary The MCAS Beaufort Air Show is scheduled for April 12-13, 2025, showcasing the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and other aerial performers. Expected to attract around 100,000 attendees, the...

Aerial demonstration at the Marine Corps Air Show

Beaufort Prepares for the 2025 Marine Corps Air Show

April 13, 2025

News Summary The Marine Corps Air Show is set to take place at the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort on April 12 and 13, 2025, celebrating the 250th anniversary of...

College Basketball Game Action

MiLaysia Fulwiley Plans Transfer After Championship Loss

April 12, 2025

News Summary MiLaysia Fulwiley, a sophomore guard for the South Carolina Gamecocks, intends to enter the transfer portal following the team’s defeat to UConn in the NCAA championship game. Fulwiley,...

Blue Angels performing aerial maneuvers during an air show.

Beaufort Welcomes U.S. Navy Blue Angels for Air Show

April 12, 2025

News Summary Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort is set to host the U.S. Navy Blue Angels for an exciting air show on April 12 and 13, 2025. The event, expecting...

Women's Basketball Team Celebration

Dawn Staley Secures Record-Setting Contract Extension

April 5, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley has signed a landmark contract extension with the University of South Carolina, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball history. The deal will keep her...

Columbia SC Football Celebration

Chaos Erupts After Gamecocks Victory in Columbia

April 1, 2025

News Summary After a thrilling win over Texas A&M, Columbia, SC, experienced chaos as a shooting left three injured. The incident occurred near Williams-Brice Stadium, prompting swift police action and...

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