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SCDOT seeking comment on intersection improvement projects in Williamsburg County
WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – State transportation leaders want to hear about three intersection improvement projects in Williamsburg and Georgetown County communities. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will conduct an intersection improvement project at SC 41 (County Line Road) and S-38 (Big Dam Swamp Road) to improve safety and reduce operational conflicts along […]
Former Pee Dee football gives back to community with family night
(WPDE) — A former high school football star from the Pee Dee gave back to the community on Thursday. South Florence's LaNorris Sellers joined HopeHealth for a night of family and food at the Cornerstone Baptist Church in Darlington. Sellers, who is now playing at South Carolina, joined families,...
Brighter Days inaugural conference kicks off at the Florence Center
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — The inaugural Brighter Days conference was held at the Florence Center Thursday. More than 400 people gathered for the event, which focused on suicide prevention and mental health issues. The conference theme was “Connect, Collaborate, and Transform,” and it offered education and training for healthcare, education, and first responder professionals. Attendees […]
Florence mother raises awareness after son's battle with cystic fibrosis
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence mother Peggy Hawkins lost her son Steven Hawkins in 2020 after his lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited life-threatening disorder that damages the lungs and digestive system. It affects the cells that produce mucus, sweat, and digestive juices with symptoms that include coughing, fatty stools, and repeated lung infections.
Six Sumter high schoolers receive full-ride college scholarships
SUMTER, S.C. — Six high school seniors in Sumter County are getting ready to go to college completely for free. The Harmon Scholarship pays for tuition and fees, on-campus housing, meal plans, a laptop and an annual stipend for books and supplies. “It’s just like a weight lifted off...
Police: Pregnant mother of 2 found shot to death inside her South Carolina home
SUMTER, S.C. — Above video: Your Tuesday headlines. Police in South Carolina are investigating after a pregnant mother of two was found dead inside her home. According to the Sumter Police Department, officers responded Monday just before 7:45 a.m. after family members found Keyirra Tatyana Walker, 25, unresponsive. Authorities...
Repeated gunshots heard at Florence youth baseball games worries parents
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Several parents, coaches, players and fans are worried after hearing gunshots during at least four youth baseball games at the new baseball complex off of North Cashua Drive in Florence. The parents said it's one of the scariest experiences and they fear something tragic will...
Curtis M. Spencer named a SCDOT Commissioner
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Curtis M. Spencer of Sumter has been named a South Carolina Department of Transportation Commissioner, representing the 5th Congressional District. Spencer is a graduate of Clemson University who works in real estate with American Forest Management/AFM Real Estate. He is licensed in South Carolina, North Carolina,...
St. Stephen seeking feedback on town’s future
ST. STEPHEN, S.C. (WCBD) – Leaders in St. Stephen want to hear from the community about the town’s future. Residents said they want to grow into the future, but do not want to lose their small-town feel. Michelle Stosick moved to the area in 2011 and serves on the board of St. Stephen Growth and […]
WPDE and WWMB to broadcast Next-Gen TV starting June 18
CONWAY, S.C. — Over-the-air viewers of WPDE-TV and WWMB-TV (Channels 15 and 21) will see changes effective June 18th, 2024, when the stations employ Next-Gen TV. Next-Gen TV provides an improved experience for viewers by adding a new dimension to TV viewing with vibrant video and dialogue enhancement. This...
100+ guns stolen from Florence business, deputies say
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Federal investigators with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are assisting in an investigation of more than 100 guns stolen Sunday morning from Palmetto State Armory in Florence, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye. Joye said they called in ATF to...
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