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Midlands grandpa to spoil grandkids after winning $300k scratch off
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A Midlands grandpa says he will spoil his grandkids after winning Cash Payout at a local convenience store. “It was weird and crazy,” he said. “But it was a wonderful feeling in the end.”. He bought the ticket from the AMPM Food...
Fill the Red Truck event this weekend to support local animal services
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — This weekend, May 18 and 19, the Fill The Red Truck supply drive will take place, benefiting Columbia Animal Services and the Animal Mission’s community pet food pantry. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days at the corner of Heyward and Holly Streets in Shandon.
Connecting Through Song: A 13-year-old blind teen is now a voice for millions
COLUMBIA, S.C. — From the diamond emerges a star. 13-year-old Sawyer McCarthy captured the hearts of millions after a video of him singing The Star-Spangled Banner at the Columbia Fireflies game at Segra Park on April 28 went viral. The video has millions of views and thousands of shares...
Handel’s ice cream is off to a roaring start at its first Midlands shop. Take a look inside
You might have seen the lines stretching outside the new Handel’s ice cream walk-up windows, as the popular Midwest brand has made a splash with its local debut. We went inside the operation as business heats up ahead of summer.
RCSD holds K-9 Memorial Service during National Police Week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The RCSD held a K-9 Memorial Service, which included a wreath-laying ceremony to honor the memory of fallen police K-9s who have given their lives in the line of duty. The ceremony included the honoring of K-9 Fargo, who was shot and killed in the line...
Soda City Live: Loading Dock Live
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Loading Dock Live is returning to the back of the Township Auditorium on Thursday, May 14 with Terence Young & Finesse. This FREE outdoor concert, just bring your cooler and a lawn chair. Come out for a night of great food and fun. For more information...
From art to horses: Midlands summer camps offer something for every child
COLUMBIA, S.C. — With the school year wrapping up, parents across the Midlands are looking for the perfect summer camp for their children. "They are engaged, they are being challenged, and they are also having fun," said Bri Tribbett, Education Initiatives Manager at the EdVenture Museum. Tribbett highlighted the...
Food Truck And Craft Beer Festival In Columbia On Saturday
An event selling food and beer is happening in Columbia this weekend. The South Carolina Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival is at the State Fairgrounds Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. It's the ninth year for the festival. Tickets are available online or at the gate.
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