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In a significant bust yesterday night, Springfield police officers seized two illegal firearms, an array of drugs, and cash after pulling over an errant SUV. The vehicle, observed for its reckless driving behavior through Springfield's streets, was intercepted around Chapel Street and Eastern Avenue after committing multiple traffic violations, as reported by the Springfield Police Department.

In an ironic, strange twist of events, the first criminal charges for notorious former South Carolina attorney-turned-con man and convicted killer Alex Murdaugh will likely be the final alleged crimes he answers for in the S.C. criminal justice system. While Murdaugh's crime spree secretly began more than a decade ago,...

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around hardeeville..

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Furman’s first mariachi band held its debut concert on Wednesday after a student at the University had the idea to start a mariachi club last semester. “To me, it’s just music that hits you right in the heart,” said Sahid Palacios, who started the...

An investigation is underway after an adult man was injured in a shooting at an apartment complex in Colleton County Sunday night. Authorities responded to the B building at the Hillcrest Apartments on Sniders Highway around 8:23 p.m. in reference to a shooting. The victim was hit with what is...

COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The South Carolina Attorney General’s Office has taken over the wiretapping case of Jeff “Colt” Hill, according to a letter written by the office. Hill was the Colleton County information technology director and son of Rebecca Hill, the Colleton County Court Clerk accused of jury tampering by attorney Alex Murdaugh’s […]

The co-author of a now-controversial book with Colleton County Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill says he has filed a complaint alleging defamation and improper conduct against a lawyer turned TikToker. Neil Gordon, co-author of “Behind The Doors of Justice: The Murdaugh Murders,” announced Tuesday that he has filed an ethics...

Local 4-H members earn cash and awards while learning. Ehrhardt, SC- Local 4-H members were rewarded for their dedication on Sunday, Oct. 23 at H&S Stockyards by participating in the annual Savannah Valley 4-H Market Hog Sale & Awards Program. Participants sold a total of 10 animals with an average...

Palmetto Animal League is hosting a Holiday Open House at their Adoption Center in Okatie on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 1 to 5 p.m. Guests are invited to drop by for cookies, hot cocoa, coffee, and good cheer. “PAL is bustling right now with joyful decorations, holiday adopters, and wonderful...

If there were ever a cat in need of a second chance, it would be Leroy Brown. Don’t let his face fool you. He is one of the sweetest cats at Palmetto Animal League. And unfortunately, this is his second time living at our adoption center. Leroy originally came to PAL in 2020 when he was 7 years old, and that’s when we discovered what a sweet, nurturing cat he is!

COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — If respect doesn't exist for the living, families in Colleton County are pleading for at least some respect for the dead. Ackerman's Cemetery, near Cottageville in the Red Oak community, was recently vandalized, and families were left in shock and anger. "When you see...

EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - A packed Effingham County Commission meeting and a full overflow room Tuesday night. A reading of an ordinance proposed involving guns and how the county can better notify the sheriff’s department. At the beginning of the meeting, the chairman moved up the agenda item...

To promote respiratory health and provide greater access to pulmonary care for area residents, Beaufort Memorial has added an experienced and board-certified nurse practitioner to its Beaufort Memorial Pulmonary Specialists practice in Okatie. Shawna Nievierowski, FNP-BC, works with the practice’s clinical team to prevent, diagnose and treat acute and chronic...

Hampton County's ladies and youth enjoyed great outdoor experiences recently thanks to the generosity of several volunteers and donors. The 3rd annual Marguerite McClay Ladies Hunt at Black Swamp was held on Friday, Nov. 3, and was a great success, say organizers. This event was created to introduce the sport...

I realize that is a strange title. Please stick with me for a couple of paragraphs and perhaps you will understand. The title “It is Friday but Sunday’s A Comin” is a poem written by Reverend S. M. Lockridge. Lockridge was an African-American Pastor in San Deigo, California. Our Sunday School teacher Dr. Francis Mills read the poem to our class last Sunday. The theme of the poem instantly drew a parallel with me as to the issues going on in Hampton County currently. The poem basically portrays the resurrection of Jesus in a very powerful way. The Friday of Jesus’ death was dark and disappointing for mankind. We have experienced some dark “Fridays” here in Hampton County. Faith is the cornerstone of the poem and I think that is why the poem resonates with me. Hampton County must have faith for us to move forward from the dark pall cast over the County presently.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Wednesday is $3.216, a week ago the price is $3.246 , according to AAA.

A new era is underway in Guyton. With less than 15% of eligible voters casting ballots, Andy Harville won the runoff election for mayor Tuesday, unseating sitting Mayor Russ Deen, 156-129. According to Director of Elections and Registration Laura Bassett, the results are unofficial as one provisional vote is still pending.

The unfolding saga of the Murdaugh case in Colleton County has cast a spotlight on the challenges faced by local legal systems in dealing with allegations of public corruption. Recent developments have seen Alex Murdaugh sentenced to 27 years for financial crimes, with the state taking proactive measures to address the corruption allegations tied to his case. These proceedings have been further complicated by ethics complaints against Colleton County Clerk of Court, Becky Hill, amid accusations of jury tampering and potential misuse of office.

The family was previously warned to secure their guns after the same kid allegedly shot at a washing machine two years ago

The recently consolidated Hampton County High School Hurricanes capped off a stellar inaugural varsity football season by finishing as the runners-up for the Lower State Championship. The Hurricanes found the end of their historic first run at the championship in a 42-21 loss to Oceanside Collegiate Academy on Nov. 25.