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Snow Flurries in Upstate South Carolina

Snow Flurries Blanket Upstate South Carolina

April 14, 2025

News Summary Upstate South Carolina experienced snow flurries this Wednesday, prompting a winter weather advisory from the National Weather Service. Residents were greeted with light snow in various areas, particularly...

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...

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...

Vehicle Fire on I-77

Vehicle Fire Causes Major Delays on I-77 Near Carowinds

April 13, 2025

News Summary A significant vehicle fire erupted on southbound Interstate 77 in York County, South Carolina, around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The blaze involved a pickup truck and caused the...

Wildfires in North and South Carolina

Wildfires Rock North and South Carolina

April 13, 2025

News Summary Multiple wildfires are currently devastating North and South Carolina, prompting evacuations and a state of emergency declaration in South Carolina. The largest blaze is near Myrtle Beach, with...

Columbia South Carolina Skyline

Columbia Experiences 1.5 Magnitude Earthquake

April 12, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina was shaken awake on Wednesday morning by a 1.5 magnitude earthquake that struck at 5:09 a.m. near Elgin, Kershaw County, at a depth of 1.3...

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,...

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...

Exterior view of the Savannah Police Department building

Savannah Police Need Help to Find Armed Suspects

April 12, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating three armed and dangerous suspects linked to violent incidents. James Deandertrai Green is wanted...

BUSINESS

South Carolina's Outdoor Activities

South Carolina Named Top Growth State of 2024

April 14, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has been recognized as the number one growth state for 2024, surpassing Texas. With a cost of living 7% below the national average and a variety...

Newport News Shipbuilding – Charleston Operations

Goose Creek Welcomes New Chapter in Shipbuilding

April 14, 2025

News Summary Goose Creek, South Carolina, marks a significant milestone in shipbuilding as HII acquires W International SC LLC and Vivid Empire SC LLC. This acquisition leads to the establishment...

South Carolina Bar Scene

South Carolina Lawmakers Propose Changes to Liquor Liability Laws

April 14, 2025

News Summary Local bars and restaurants in South Carolina are struggling with rising liquor liability insurance costs, prompting lawmakers to propose significant reforms. With closures looming, a new bill aims...

Titan Farms Peach Orchard

Titan Farms Faces Wage Violation Scrutiny in South Carolina

April 14, 2025

News Summary Titan Farms, the largest peach grower on the East Coast, is under investigation for unlawful wage deductions affecting over 1,300 seasonal foreign workers. The U.S. Department of Labor...

Columbia South Carolina State House

South Carolina Moves to Ban DEI Initiatives with Costly Implications

April 13, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina House passed a bill to ban Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives across state entities, potentially costing the state an extra $86 million annually. Critics...

Southern Cuisine Celebrated by Michelin Guide

Michelin Guide Expands to the American South

April 13, 2025

News Summary The Michelin Guide announces its expansion into the American South, covering Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. This marks the first regional selection after Michelin’s...

Lofts at Osage Mill

Bessemer City Introduces New Housing at Lofts at Osage Mill

April 13, 2025

News Summary Bessemer City, NC, is celebrating the grand opening of the Lofts at Osage Mill, transforming an abandoned textile mill into 139 affordable apartments. After an investment of $36...

Charleston Hospitality Scene

Charleston Grapples with Liquor Liability Law Revisions

April 13, 2025

News Summary Charleston, South Carolina faces a crisis as local lawmakers push to amend liquor liability laws amid soaring insurance costs. Small businesses, particularly bars and restaurants, report insurance premiums...

BMW Spartanburg Plant Overview

BMW Spartanburg Plant Faces Criticism but Stays Strong

April 13, 2025

News Summary The BMW Spartanburg plant, a crucial player in both the local and national economy, is under scrutiny following comments from a White House economic advisor. Concerns about the...

Events/What's Happening

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...

Rendering of a new hotel proposed for Hutchinson Island in Savannah.

Savannah Convention Center Authority Amends Tax Agreement for New Hotel

April 13, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Convention Center Authority has updated its hotel-motel tax agreement with the city to finance a new hotel on Hutchinson Island. This amendment, approved by the Savannah...

Interior of MoJo’s Island Records showcasing vinyl records and memorabilia

MoJo’s Island Records Celebrates Record Store Day

April 12, 2025

News Summary MoJo’s Island Records, Beaufort County’s sole dedicated record shop, will mark its inaugural Record Store Day on Saturday. Owned by Josh and Monica Duvall, the store offers a...

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...

Delivery service assisting seniors with groceries in Beaufort, SC

New Grocery Delivery Services Assist Seniors in Beaufort, SC

April 12, 2025

News Summary Seniors in Beaufort, SC, face increasing challenges when grocery shopping. Innovative programs and delivery services like Meals on Wheels and local grocery platforms now provide crucial support. Recent...

A view showcasing hotels and short-term rentals in Hilton Head Island during summer.

Hilton Head: A Cost Comparison of Hotels and Short-Term Rentals

April 12, 2025

News Summary As summer approaches, travelers heading to Hilton Head are weighing their accommodation options between hotels and short-term rentals for the best value. This analysis highlights price fluctuations and...

Parking area at Hilton Head Island beach with residents enjoying their time.

Hilton Head Island Considers Beach Parking Permit for Residents

April 12, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island is contemplating a proposal to extend free beach parking permits to all Beaufort County residents, following the introduction of paid parking for nonresidents. Current eligibility...

Community members attending a fraud prevention seminar at Beaufort Police Department

Beaufort Police Department Announces Fraud Prevention Class

April 11, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort Police Department is organizing a free Fraud & Scam Prevention Class on April 29, 2025. The class aims to equip attendees with knowledge on how to...

CRIME

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...

Exterior view of the Savannah Police Department building

Savannah Police Need Help to Find Armed Suspects

April 12, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating three armed and dangerous suspects linked to violent incidents. James Deandertrai Green is wanted...

I-85 Traffic Closure Due to Bomb Threat

Bomb Threat Causes Major I-85 Traffic Chaos

April 11, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop escalated into a full-blown bomb scare on I-85, causing significant closures and backups. The incident involved Ahmad Alhendi claiming there was an explosive device...

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...

Firing Squad Execution Setting

South Carolina Set to Execute Inmate by Firing Squad

April 10, 2025

News Summary South Carolina prepares for the execution of death row inmate Mikal Mahdi on April 11, 2025, by firing squad. Convicted of murdering an officer and a convenience store...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution Scene

South Carolina Conducts First Firing Squad Execution

April 10, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, South Carolina executed Brad Keith Sigmon, making history as the first execution by firing squad in the state’s modern era and the first in...

Law enforcement officers investigating a case related to online child safety

Bluffton Man Arrested Again on Multiple Felony Charges

April 10, 2025

News Summary Rio Dirk Hahealani Galiza, a 34-year-old man from Bluffton, SC, has been arrested again on multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors. His latest arrest...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina’s Historic Execution by Firing Squad

April 9, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon by firing squad, marking the first execution by this method in the U.S. in 15 years. The event has...

POLITICS

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...

Scenic view of Cane Island highlighting natural landscapes and potential housing developments

Beaufort Residents Rally Against Housing Developments on Cane Island

April 5, 2025

News Summary Residents of Beaufort are voicing strong opposition to two proposed housing developments on Cane Island, which aim to add up to 700 residential units across nearly 400 acres....

South Carolina Senate Hearing

South Carolina Senate Moves to Remove State Treasurer After $1.8 Billion Error

April 3, 2025

News Summary In a historic movement for South Carolina politics, the state Senate is considering the removal of State Treasurer Curtis Loftis over a massive accounting error that has led...

Image depicting community safety and justice symbols in Savannah

Savannah: Former NAACP President Accuses City of Violating Open Records Act

March 31, 2025

News Summary Chadrick Mance, the former President of the Savannah NAACP, has filed a complaint against the City of Savannah over alleged violations of the Georgia Open Records Act. He...

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...

SPORTS

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...

Gamecocks Sweet 16 Victory

Gamecocks Defeat Terrapins in Sweet 16 Showdown

March 31, 2025

News Summary In a thrilling Sweet 16 clash, the South Carolina Gamecocks narrowly defeated the Maryland Terrapins 71-67 in Birmingham, Alabama. Despite a close fourth quarter, standout performances from MiLaysia...

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