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BREAKING NEWS

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...

Beaufort County government building with cloudy sky

Beaufort County Council Criticized for Opacity in Investigations

April 22, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County Council is under fire for its lack of transparency amid investigations regarding improper spending and alleged unethical behavior among staff. Despite promises from new chair Alice...

Collapsed aluminum dock ramp at Shelter Cove Marina in Hilton Head Island.

Hilton Head Island Gangway Collapse Injures Eight

April 22, 2025

News Summary An aluminum dock ramp collapsed at Shelter Cove Marina in Hilton Head Island, resulting in injuries to eight people, primarily with scrapes and bruises. The incident occurred when...

Myrtle Beach Wildfire Impact

Myrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of Emergency

April 21, 2025

News Summary Residents of Myrtle Beach confront a dire situation as over 170 wildfires rage in the Carolinas, leading to evacuations and air quality warnings. The Covington Drive Fire has...

Wildfires in the Carolinas

Wildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declared

April 21, 2025

News Summary As of March 6, 2025, wildfires are rampant in North and South Carolina, necessitating evacuations and a state of emergency, particularly near Myrtle Beach. Over 2,000 acres are...

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...

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...

Carolina Wildfires and Firefighting Efforts

Carolina Wildfires Rage On: Evacuations and Emergencies in Effect

April 17, 2025

News Summary As wildfires continue to burn across North and South Carolina, officials have declared states of emergency and ordered evacuations. The largest fire is in the Carolina Forest area,...

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...

BUSINESS

Primark Store Opening in Greenville

Primark to Open First Store in South Carolina

April 22, 2025

News Summary Greenville, South Carolina, will soon welcome its first Primark store at Haywood Mall on March 25, 2025. This marks Primark’s expansion into the South, alongside a new location...

Charleston Submarine Production Facility

Charleston Boosts Submarine Production with New Acquisition

April 22, 2025

News Summary HII is set to acquire W International to enhance submarine production capacity in Charleston, SC. This move will expand manufacturing space and support national security. The acquisition aims...

Seibels Bruce Company Headquarters

Columbia Bids Farewell to Seibels Bruce: A 155-Year Legacy Ends

April 22, 2025

News Summary The historic Seibels Bruce insurance company in Columbia has officially been dissolved after 155 years of operation. Founded in 1869, the company faced numerous challenges leading to its...

Columbia South Carolina Business

South Carolina Ranked 19th Best State for Business in 2024

April 22, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has been ranked the 19th best state for business in 2024 by CNBC, with particular strengths in cost of doing business and infrastructure. Local businesses, including...

Celebration of Leadership in Business

Celebration of Business Excellence in Columbia, SC

April 22, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, proudly inducted Lex Knox and Tommy Fortson into the South Carolina Business Hall of Fame. This recognition honors their exceptional leadership, integrity, and community commitment....

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...

South Carolina Statehouse Diversity Debate

Columbia, South Carolina Enacts Controversial DEI Legislation

April 21, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina General Assembly has passed two contentious bills aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs statewide. Under these laws, businesses seeking state contracts must...

Hendrick Automotive Group Dealership

Hendrick Automotive Group Tops BNC 125 List in Charlotte

April 21, 2025

News Summary Hendrick Automotive Group has achieved the top ranking on the BNC 125 list, showcasing its growth and significant position within the automotive industry in Charlotte, North Carolina. This...

South Carolina Canada Trade Cooperation

South Carolina and Canada Strengthen Economic Ties

April 21, 2025

News Summary South Carolina and Canada celebrate a booming trade relationship, achieving a record $5 billion in inward investments. With significant exports and new Canadian businesses entering the market, this...

Events/What's Happening

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,...

Families participating in a community clean-up event in Beaufort

Beaufort Prepares for Earth Day with Community Clean-Up Events

April 22, 2025

News Summary On April 22nd, Beaufort will host various community clean-up initiatives in celebration of Earth Day, emphasizing the importance of environmental conservation. Families are encouraged to participate, starting with...

Construction site of TL+CO Business Solutions facility in Seabrook, SC

Seabrook, SC Welcomes TL+CO Business Solutions with Major Investment

April 17, 2025

News Summary TL+CO Business Solutions has announced a significant $7.5 million investment in Seabrook, Beaufort County, marking its first operation in South Carolina. Set to begin operations in April 2025,...

Sunrise over Tybee Island with people gathered for the Easter service

Tybee Island Easter Sunrise Service After Orange Crush Festival

April 17, 2025

News Summary On April 17, 2024, Tybee Island will host its annual Easter sunrise service at the pier following the Orange Crush Festival. The service begins at 6:30 a.m., shortly...

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,...

Gas station displaying prices on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Sees Gas Price Surge Ahead of Spring Travel

April 16, 2025

News Summary As spring approaches, Hilton Head Island experiences a surge in gas prices driven by increased tourism. Despite lower prices in South Carolina, local prices range from $2.89 to...

A festive Easter brunch table setup in Hilton Head by the water.

Easter Dining Options in Hilton Head Area

April 16, 2025

News Summary This Easter Sunday, families in the Hilton Head area can enjoy a variety of dining options ranging from extravagant brunches to casual seaside meals. Numerous restaurants are offering...

CRIME

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...

Vigilant Residents of Lake Wylie

Lake Wylie Residents on High Alert Due to Car Break-Ins

April 16, 2025

News Summary Residents of Lake Wylie, South Carolina, are grappling with a surge in car break-ins, culminating in 24 vehicles targeted in one day. Law enforcement is investigating these brazen...

Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Inmate Mikal Mahdi by Firing Squad

April 16, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed inmate Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, marking a controversial resurgence in the state’s use of capital punishment. Mahdi, sentenced for the...

Police car in Savannah near a residential area.

Savannah Police Arrest Domestic Violence Suspect

April 16, 2025

News Summary On February 10, 2025, Savannah Police arrested 25-year-old Hershel Tanksley for aggravated assault following a domestic violence incident. Police responded to a report in the 600 block of...

A courtroom setting with gavel and legal books

Summerville Technician Sentenced for DUI Crash Injuring Woman

April 16, 2025

News Summary Joseph Edward McComas, a former technician from Summerville, has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for DUI after injuring a woman in a crash in Beaufort. The...

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...

POLITICS

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...

Large crowd of protesters holding signs at Hilton Head Island

Over a Thousand Protest Against Trump on Hilton Head Island

April 9, 2025

News Summary In a historic rally on Saturday, over a thousand individuals gathered on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, as part of the 50501 movement. This protest, targeting President Trump’s...

Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

Brad Sigmon Faces Execution by Firing Squad in SC

April 7, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old man, is set to become the first U.S. execution by firing squad in 15 years on March 7 in South Carolina. His choice of...

SPORTS

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...

2023 Women's NCAA Final Four Excitement

Women’s NCAA Final Four Set to Captivate Fans in Tampa

April 1, 2025

News Summary Tampa, Florida, is poised to host an unforgettable Women’s NCAA Final Four tournament, featuring powerhouse teams like South Carolina, Texas, UConn, and UCLA. The reigning champions, South Carolina...

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