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South Carolina apartment complex holds vigil for resident alligator killed after complaints

DANIEL ISLAND, S.C. — Several dozen people gathered Saturday at an apartment complex along the South Carolina coast to remember a longtime resident who died the day before — an alligator named Walter who sunned beside a pond on the property for more than a decade. Walter was...

South Carolina · 2025-03-18
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SHOCKING: Two NC Teens Wanted for Murder Captured in South Carolina

In a dramatic turn of events, two North Carolina teenagers wanted for first-degree murder and robbery with a deadly weapon have been apprehended in South Carolina. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), successfully captured the fugitives, ending a tense manhunt.

Lee County, SC · 2025-03-17
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Mother arrested after deputies say toddler was left home alone

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A mother was arrested after authorities say she left her toddler home alone. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the arrest of Raven Burgess, 32. Burgess was charged with unlawful conduct toward a minor, and the child is in Emergency Protective Custody. Deputies responded...

Richland County, SC · 2025-03-17
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Stable gas prices in SC, across the nation may indicate trouble on the horizon

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Gas prices are holding steady for another week in South Carolina and declines are popping up across the country, something experts warn may not be a good sign. The average price of gas in the state has dropped 0.3 cents per gallon for the second week,...

South Carolina · 2025-03-17
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Inmate overdoses at local jail

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — According to authorities, an inmate at a Columbia jail overdosed. A Richland County Sheriff's Department deputy was called to the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center around 5 pm on March 14 to respond to an inmate experiencing an overdose. The deputy on scene was...

Columbia, SC · 2025-03-17

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5 years after reopening with a new mission, SC agriculture school is beyond capacity

McCORMICK — Cows compose the greeting committee at the Governor’s School for Agriculture, flocking to the fence just past the entrance to watch visitors drive past. Established in 1797 as a farming school for poor and orphaned children, the campus known for centuries as John de la Howe has changed missions several times. The latest […]

Mccormick County, SC · 2025-03-17

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Senators to release final report on billion-dollar scandals

MORNING HEADLINES | An irresistible legislative force is set to meet an immovable political object when a S.C. Senate Finance subcommittee issues its final report this week on the $1.8 billion accounting scandal that’s landed the state in hot water with federal fraud investigators. “During our investigation, I became...

South Carolina · 2025-03-17

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Manufacturing Madness 'Coolest Thing Made in SC' contest narrows to final four

LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — The race to determine the "Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina" is heating up, as the final four products are set to face off in the 4th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest. During the top eight round, held March 10 through 13, 45,000 votes were cast...

South Carolina · 2025-03-17

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EFP Announces $31.5 Million Expansion in South Carolina

Engineered Foam Packaging (EFP) will invest $31.5 million to expand its Bishopville facility in Lee County, SC, a move expected to enhance production capabilities and create new jobs. According to EFP, it plans to expand its Bishopville facility by adding 200,000 square feet, boosting production capacity for advanced expanded polystyrene...

Lee County, SC · 2025-03-17

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Jasper Co. inmate’s mom sues SC Dept. of Corrections over son’s death

JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - Thursday, March 13th, the mother of a former inmate at the Ridgeland Correctional Facility in Jasper County, filed a civil lawsuit against the South Carolina Department of Corrections. This is in the 14th judicial circuit. The lawsuit requests a required answer to the complaint within...

Jasper County, SC · 2025-03-17

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Irish pub in Lexington gets festive for St. Patrick’s Day

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WIS) - St. Patrick’s Day festivities are in full swing in the Midlands starting bright and early at O’Hara’s Public House in Lexington. The Irish pub and restaurant is serving up a traditional Irish breakfast from 9-11 am, complete with eggs, black pudding and beans.

Lexington, SC · 2025-03-17