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Dawn Staley Statue Unveiling Celebration

Columbia Honors Dawn Staley with Historic Contract and Statue

April 30, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC, is buzzing as they celebrate Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina women’s basketball team, with a record-setting contract and an upcoming statue unveiling. The...

Firefighting Efforts Near Myrtle Beach

Progress in Containing Wildfire Near Myrtle Beach

April 30, 2025

News Summary Crews are making significant strides in containing a wildfire in the Carolina Forest area near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Following a tense few days, evacuation orders were lifted,...

Execution Scene Depiction

Tragic End in South Carolina: Mikal Mahdi Executed by Firing Squad

April 30, 2025

News Summary Mikal Mahdi was executed by firing squad in South Carolina on April 11, 2025, marking the state’s second use of this method in weeks. His execution sparked renewed...

Chaos After Myrtle Beach Shooting

Tragic Mass Shooting in Myrtle Beach Leaves One Dead, Eleven Injured

April 30, 2025

News Summary A mass shooting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Saturday night resulted in the death of an 18-year-old and injuries to eleven others. The chaos erupted around midnight...

A sunny day in Columbia SC during April 2024 with blooming flowers.

Columbia, S.C. Sees Record High Temperatures in April

April 30, 2025

News Summary In April 2024, Columbia, S.C. experienced unusually high temperatures, with 19 days exceeding average highs. The month culminated with an average high of 79.7 degrees Fahrenheit, well above...

Serene landscape of a peaceful cemetery with blooming flowers

Irmo Resident Glenda Clemons Stephens Passes Away at 80

April 30, 2025

News Summary Glenda Clemons Stephens, a beloved member of the Irmo community, passed away on April 25 at the age of 80. Born in Marion County, she is survived by...

Remembrance for Nathanial Baker

Columbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-Run

April 29, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina is mourning the tragic death of junior Nathanial Baker, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident. The crash involved a driver who allegedly...

South Carolina Wildfires Response

State of Emergency Declared in South Carolina Due to Wildfires

April 29, 2025

News Summary Wildfires have become a major crisis in South Carolina, prompting Governor Henry McMaster to declare a state of emergency. Over 175 fires have been reported alongside dry conditions....

Gaffney Drug Trafficking Investigation

Gaffney Woman Faces Serious Consequences in Drug Case

April 29, 2025

News Summary Ashley Nicole Cromer, 39, pleaded guilty to charges of drug trafficking, including the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Her guilty plea reveals a larger conspiracy involving multiple individuals...

BUSINESS

New JINYA Ramen Bar in Charleston

JINYA Ramen Bar Opens New Location in Charleston

April 30, 2025

News Summary JINYA Ramen Bar has launched its second location in South Carolina at 850 Morrison Drive, Suite 102, in Charleston’s East Central neighborhood. Known for its delicious, authentic ramen,...

Charleston Minor League Sports Celebration

Charleston Achieves Top Five Ranking in Minor League Sports

April 30, 2025

News Summary Charleston has been recognized as the fifth-best city in the nation for minor league sports markets by Sports Business Journal. This accolade celebrates the city’s vibrant sports culture...

SC Army National Guard Communication Technology

New Communication Partnership for the South Carolina Army National Guard

April 30, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Army National Guard has signed a major contract with Verizon Business to enhance its communication capabilities. This partnership will provide SCARNG with wireless services for...

Greenville Small Business Scene

Spotlight on Greenville’s Small Business Resilience

April 30, 2025

News Summary As Small Business Saturday approaches, Greenville, South Carolina, celebrates its small businesses that are vital to the economy. Comprising 99.4% of local firms and employing nearly half the...

Newly Remodeled Walmart Store Entrance

Walmart Announces 33 Store Remodels in South Carolina for 2025

April 30, 2025

News Summary Walmart is set to remodel 33 stores across South Carolina in 2025, aiming to enhance community engagement and improve shopping experiences. The initiative will involve updates to store...

A busy Columbia Metropolitan Airport with new amenities and travelers.

Columbia Metropolitan Airport Expands Services with New Airlines

April 30, 2025

News Summary Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is set for a significant expansion this summer, welcoming new budget airlines Allegiant Air and Spirit Airlines. Starting June 5, direct flights will be...

Verizon and SCARNG Partnership

Verizon Partners with South Carolina Army National Guard

April 29, 2025

News Summary Verizon Business has formed a significant partnership with the South Carolina Army National Guard, becoming their primary wireless communications provider. This collaboration ensures that over 1,000 devices are...

SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop

Summerville Recognizes Michael Haldeman as Local Business Hero

April 29, 2025

News Summary Michael Haldeman, owner of SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop in Summerville, has been honored as the State Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. His...

University of South Carolina Campus

University of South Carolina Ranks High in Graduate Programs

April 29, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina (USC) has once again proven its academic prowess, topping multiple graduate program rankings according to U.S. News & World Report. Notably, the International...

Events/What's Happening

Crowd enjoying a live concert performance with colorful lights in the background.

Columbia SC Prepares for Dynamic Concert Lineup in May 2025

April 30, 2025

News Summary In May 2025, Columbia, SC will host an exciting array of concerts featuring legendary artists such as Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Chaka Khan. Various venues will showcase...

Attendees gathered at the SCDOT Workers Memorial Ceremony in Columbia, SC.

SCDOT Honors Fallen Workers at Annual Memorial Ceremony

April 30, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Department of Transportation honored employees lost in the line of duty during its annual Workers Memorial ceremony in Columbia. This year’s event remembered Jerad Devin...

Community members at the Lexington Spring Career Expo and Porch Party

Lexington County Announces Spring Career Expo and Porch Party

April 30, 2025

News Summary Lexington County will host a Spring Career Expo on May 6, showcasing job opportunities for the 2025-2026 school year, and a Spring Porch Party on May 8, featuring...

Newly constructed Saluda Shoals Riverwalk with people engaging in outdoor activities.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Saluda Shoals Riverwalk

April 30, 2025

News Summary Officials celebrated the groundbreaking of the Saluda Shoals Riverwalk on April 29, 2025. This 8.5-mile path will connect Lexington, Irmo, and Columbia, enabling outdoor activities like walking, biking,...

Teens volunteering at the Irmo Branch Library

Irmo Teens Awarded Friends of the Irmo Library Scholarships

April 29, 2025

News Summary MaKiley Ford and Andrew Zhao, both dedicated Junior Volunteers at the Irmo Branch Library, have been awarded the 2025 Friends of the Irmo Branch Library Scholarships, each receiving...

Participants walking against sexual violence at Richland County event.

Richland County Fights Sexual Violence with Community Walk

April 28, 2025

News Summary Richland County recently hosted the annual ‘Walk a Mile in Our Shoes’ event to raise awareness against sexual violence. Local law enforcement leaders and community members participated in...

Families participating in outdoor activities at Columbia SC Climate Action Fair

Columbia, S.C. Celebrates Earth Day with Climate Action Fair

April 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia, S.C. hosted a vibrant Climate Action Fair on Earth Day, featuring engaging activities, workshops, and a virtual art unveiling. Organized by local sustainability offices and health associations,...

Audience attending a lecture about Vietnam War history

Lecture on Vietnam Hero C.W. Bowman in West Columbia

April 27, 2025

News Summary Join West Columbia on May 2 for an insightful lecture featuring Vietnam veteran C.W. Bowman, a former tunnel rat. Hosted by the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and...

Families enjoying the Irmo International Festival with food trucks and live performances

Irmo Hosts the 5th Annual International Festival

April 27, 2025

News Summary The 5th annual Irmo International Festival is happening this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 7507 Eastview Drive. This family-friendly event celebrates cultural diversity with food,...

CRIME

Execution Scene Depiction

Tragic End in South Carolina: Mikal Mahdi Executed by Firing Squad

April 30, 2025

News Summary Mikal Mahdi was executed by firing squad in South Carolina on April 11, 2025, marking the state’s second use of this method in weeks. His execution sparked renewed...

Chaos After Myrtle Beach Shooting

Tragic Mass Shooting in Myrtle Beach Leaves One Dead, Eleven Injured

April 30, 2025

News Summary A mass shooting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Saturday night resulted in the death of an 18-year-old and injuries to eleven others. The chaos erupted around midnight...

Remembrance for Nathanial Baker

Columbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-Run

April 29, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina is mourning the tragic death of junior Nathanial Baker, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident. The crash involved a driver who allegedly...

Gaffney Drug Trafficking Investigation

Gaffney Woman Faces Serious Consequences in Drug Case

April 29, 2025

News Summary Ashley Nicole Cromer, 39, pleaded guilty to charges of drug trafficking, including the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Her guilty plea reveals a larger conspiracy involving multiple individuals...

A military training site with soldiers and emergency response personnel visible

Basic Combat Training Soldier Found Dead at Fort Jackson

April 29, 2025

News Summary Pfc. Veronica L. Wynn, a 39-year-old soldier from Alabama, was found unresponsive at Fort Jackson during reception training. Despite life-saving efforts, she was pronounced dead at a local...

Courtroom scene during child sexual assault trial

Elgin Resident Sentenced for Child Sexual Assault

April 29, 2025

News Summary Edwin Carl Haney, a 42-year-old from Elgin, SC, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. The assault occurred in January...

Lancaster Walmart Incident Response

Chaos Erupts at Lancaster Walmart: Multiple Arrests After Shootout

April 28, 2025

News Summary A shootout occurred at a Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina, on April 1, 2025, resulting in injuries and multiple arrests amid rising gang tensions. Local law enforcement’s swift...

Community members united in search for a missing person

Columbia Police Work to Locate Missing Vulnerable Adult

April 28, 2025

News Summary In Columbia, authorities are urgently searching for Pamela Mills, a 59-year-old vulnerable adult who has gone missing. Last seen on Sunday, community members are rallying to help find...

Gaffney Drug Bust Action

Gaffney’s Drug Scene Shaken By Major Guilty Plea

April 27, 2025

News Summary Ashley Nicole Cromer, a 39-year-old from Gaffney, SC, pleads guilty to a serious drug conspiracy involving the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. She faces life in prison as...

POLITICS

A city street in Columbia with trees and underground utility infrastructure.

Columbia Plans to Enhance Urban Aesthetics by Burying Utility Lines

April 29, 2025

News Summary Columbia officials are considering a new ordinance to place power and communication lines underground, promoting urban greenery and improving the city’s visual appeal. Requested by Mayor Rickenmann, the...

Courtroom scene depicting legal proceedings

Columbia Attorney Represents Hunter Biden in Federal Case

April 25, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s own Dick Harpootlian is stepping into a high-profile case representing Hunter Biden in a federal libel lawsuit against Patrick Byrne. The accusations stem from claims that Hunter...

Asperitas clouds forming a wave-like structure in the stormy sky.

Columbia Residents Treated to Rare Asperitas Clouds

April 24, 2025

News Summary On a stormy morning in Columbia, residents were treated to a rare sight as Asperitas clouds formed in the sky. This captivating cloud formation resembles undulating waves, offering...

Protests against conversion therapy in Columbia

Columbia’s Controversial Conversion Therapy Ordinance Under Fire

April 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia faces controversy as Attorney General Alan Wilson calls for the repeal of its ordinance banning conversion therapy for minors. Enacted in June 2021 to protect LGBTQ youth,...

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...

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...

Artistic depiction of South Carolina's cultural diversity and history

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Cultural Backlash Amid Funding Cuts

April 16, 2025

News Summary Columbia is grappling with cultural uncertainty as the South Carolina Humanities Council faces significant federal funding cuts, jeopardizing cherished local programs. With the loss of over $1 million,...

A community gathering discussing the homelessness crisis in Columbia.

Columbia Faces Rising Homelessness Crisis

April 15, 2025

News Summary Columbia is grappling with a severe homelessness crisis, with the population surging by 22% over the past year. Mayor Daniel Rickenmann has introduced a new committee to develop...

SPORTS

Dawn Staley Statue Unveiling Celebration

Columbia Honors Dawn Staley with Historic Contract and Statue

April 30, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC, is buzzing as they celebrate Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina women’s basketball team, with a record-setting contract and an upcoming statue unveiling. The...

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,...

First responders playing basketball for suicide prevention awareness

Columbia’s First Responders Unite for Suicide Prevention Game

April 17, 2025

News Summary On Saturday at 6 p.m., Columbia’s first responders will lace up for the 2nd Annual Basketball Game for Suicide Prevention at Union United Methodist Church. The Irmo firefighters...

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...

Participants running in the Governor’s Cup Road Race in Columbia

Columbia Celebrates 52nd Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race

April 14, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, hosted the 52nd Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race, attracting runners and spectators for a weekend filled with fitness and fun. This longest-running road race in...

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,...

Artist performing the National Anthem at a baseball game

Becca Bowen to Perform National Anthem at Fireflies Game

April 12, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina is thrilled as Becca Bowen, a rising country music star, prepares to sing the National Anthem at the Fireflies game. Known for her unique blend...

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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