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Community vigil with candles in Ladson

Community Struggles for Answers in the Tragic Shooting Death of Keonna Brown

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Ladson community is mourning the loss of 20-year-old Keonna Brown, who was tragically shot during a graduation party on May 26, 2024. As her family and friends...

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,...

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...

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...

BUSINESS

Manitowoc Crane at Work

Manitowoc Expands Operations in Southeastern U.S.

April 25, 2025

News Summary Manitowoc Company, Inc. is enhancing its presence in the Southeastern U.S. by acquiring crane assets from Ring Power Corporation. This expansion will improve direct customer services in Georgia,...

South Carolina Growth Landscape

South Carolina Named the Top Growth State for 2024

April 25, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has been recognized as the top growth state for 2024, according to a recent U-Haul report. With a lower cost of living, mild climate, and a...

The Nuclear Company Office in Columbia

The Nuclear Company Opens New Office in Columbia, SC

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Nuclear Company has established its engineering and construction office in Columbia, South Carolina, aiming to modernize nuclear power. This initiative is expected to create over 100 local...

Beautiful Coastline of South Carolina

South Carolina’s Travel Sector Sees Remarkable Growth

April 25, 2025

News Summary South Carolina’s travel and tourism industry has experienced a significant 65% growth over the past decade, contributing $29 billion to the state’s economy. The sector supports around 10%...

Kershaw South Carolina Soybean Fields

Kershaw Faces Change as ADM Shuts Soybean Processing Plant

April 25, 2025

News Summary The closure of Archer Daniels Midland’s soybean processing plant in Kershaw, South Carolina, marks a significant shift for the local agricultural community. After over 50 years, the plant’s...

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...

Modern affordable housing development in Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston County Unveils New Affordable Housing Initiative

April 24, 2025

News Summary Charleston County has launched the Local Housing Trust Fund with an $8 million investment to support affordable and workforce housing projects. The fund, designed as a revolving loan...

Events/What's Happening

A tranquil memorial garden for pets with granite columbaria and lush landscapes.

Charleston Honors Beloved Pets with Memorial Garden

April 25, 2025

News Summary Charleston has unveiled the Sadie Greer Memorial Garden as a tribute to cherished pets. Located at the Charleston Animal Society, the garden provides a peaceful resting space for...

Police safety checkpoints in Charleston at night

Charleston Police Department’s Weekend Safety Checkpoints

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Charleston Police Department has announced safety checkpoints for drivers this weekend in a bid to enhance safety and reduce criminal activity. The checkpoints will be set up...

Aerial view of Charleston greenbelt projects featuring parks and pathways.

Greenbelt Projects Under Review in Charleston

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Charleston County Council’s Finance Committee is set to review five proposed greenbelt projects aimed at enhancing local communities. Notable projects include the Mount Pleasant Way multi-use path...

Teachers celebrating at TeacherFest in Charleston

Charleston Celebrates Its First TeacherFest for Educators

April 25, 2025

News Summary Charleston is rolling out the red carpet for teachers with its inaugural TeacherFest from May 5 to May 9, coinciding with Teacher Appreciation Week. Organized by the Teacher...

Charleston skyline with technology elements during Tech Week

Charleston Emerges as a Key Player in Digital Tech

April 25, 2025

News Summary Charleston is rapidly establishing itself as a hub for digital technology, fueled by the recent Charleston Tech Week. This week-long event showcased the city’s impressive tech ecosystem with...

Police activity in North Charleston during a barricade situation

Tension in North Charleston: Barricade Incident and Road Rage Shooting

April 25, 2025

News Summary North Charleston faced a tumultuous morning with a barricade situation followed by a road rage shooting. The police managed to resolve the barricade without injuries, but a subsequent...

Attendees participating in discussions at a healthcare conference

Kennedy and Oz to Speak at Charleston Conference

April 25, 2025

News Summary Charleston, South Carolina will host U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz at the National Conference of Insurance Legislators Spring...

Audience enjoying a comedy show

John Mulaney’s New Stand-Up Tour Coming to North Charleston

April 24, 2025

News Summary Comedian John Mulaney is embarking on his new stand-up tour, ‘John Mulaney: Mister Whatever,’ with a stop at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on October 5, 2025....

Participants running in the Innovators' 5K race in Downtown Charleston

Charleston’s Innovators’ 5K Race Returns

April 24, 2025

News Summary Charleston is buzzing with excitement as the highly-anticipated Innovators’ 5K race, known as the IFiveK, returns on April 24 at 6:30 p.m. in Downtown Charleston. This unique weekday...

CRIME

Community vigil with candles in Ladson

Community Struggles for Answers in the Tragic Shooting Death of Keonna Brown

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Ladson community is mourning the loss of 20-year-old Keonna Brown, who was tragically shot during a graduation party on May 26, 2024. As her family and friends...

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,...

Community alert poster for stolen trailer and mower

Charleston Community Unites to Find Stolen Trailer and Mowers

April 23, 2025

News Summary The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office seeks the community’s help in locating a stolen vintage trailer and an orange zero-turn mower taken on April 10, 2025. The incident occurred...

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...

A close-up of a printed eviction notice with a watermark indicating it is forged.

Charleston Woman Charged for Forging Eviction Notice

April 22, 2025

News Summary Virginia Skye Coaxum, a 29-year-old woman from Charleston, has been charged with forgery after creating a fake eviction notice. This incident raises awareness about the complexities and struggles...

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...

POLITICS

A stylishly groomed beard reflecting political sophistication

Charleston’s Transformative Mayor: The Beard of William Cogswell

April 23, 2025

News Summary Mayor William Cogswell of Charleston has sparked a new facial hair trend with his distinctive salt-and-pepper beard. Since taking office in 2023, this stylish change has not only...

Scenic view of Charleston showcasing its historical buildings and waterfront

Charleston Secures Spot in 2025 Top 100 Best Places to Live

April 22, 2025

News Summary Charleston, South Carolina, has once again been recognized for its outstanding livability, earning a place on Livability.com’s 2025 Top 100 Best Places to Live list. The city’s unique...

A close-up of a printed eviction notice with a watermark indicating it is forged.

Charleston Woman Charged for Forging Eviction Notice

April 22, 2025

News Summary Virginia Skye Coaxum, a 29-year-old woman from Charleston, has been charged with forgery after creating a fake eviction notice. This incident raises awareness about the complexities and struggles...

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...

A busy road in Charleston showcasing urban development.

Airport Connector Road Project Approved in Charleston

April 17, 2025

News Summary Charleston, South Carolina, is poised for significant improvements as the Airport Connector Road project has received approval from the Federal Highway Administration. This marks the end of the...

Classroom in Charleston County with students and educational materials

Charleston County Education Governance Faces Major Changes

April 17, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Senate has passed a bill that may abolish Charleston County’s unique constituent school boards, potentially leading to significant changes in education governance. If signed by...

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...

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,...

Audience enjoying a comedy show

John Mulaney’s New Stand-Up Tour Coming to North Charleston

April 24, 2025

News Summary Comedian John Mulaney is embarking on his new stand-up tour, ‘John Mulaney: Mister Whatever,’ with a stop at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on October 5, 2025....

Participants running in the Innovators' 5K race in Downtown Charleston

Charleston’s Innovators’ 5K Race Returns

April 24, 2025

News Summary Charleston is buzzing with excitement as the highly-anticipated Innovators’ 5K race, known as the IFiveK, returns on April 24 at 6:30 p.m. in Downtown Charleston. This unique weekday...

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...

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,...

A tranquil wooded area representing remembrance and community reflection

Devastating Discovery Shakes North Charleston Community

April 10, 2025

News Summary The community of North Charleston is mourning the loss of 29-year-old DaSean Demir Dilligard whose remains were recently found in a wooded area. Dilligard had been missing since...

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...

Runners crossing the Arthur Ravenel Bridge during the Cooper River Bridge Run in Charleston.

Charleston Prepares for the Annual Cooper River Bridge Run

April 5, 2025

News Summary Charleston is gearing up for the much-anticipated Cooper River Bridge Run, scheduled for April 5, 2025. With over 36,000 participants expected, the event promises excitement and energy as...

Runners crossing the Cooper River Bridge during the annual race.

Cooper River Bridge Run Set to Attract Thousands Amid Protests

April 5, 2025

News Summary The Cooper River Bridge Run is set for April 5, drawing an anticipated 36,488 participants to the scenic route from Mount Pleasant to downtown Charleston. As road closures...

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