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1 dead among 3 shot in Marion County on Sunday morning, authorities say
MARION COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — One person was killed Sunday morning in a shooting that left two others hospitalized, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said. Devante Marquise Legette, 29, of Mullins, died hours after the 5 a.m. incident on Evans Court just outside of Mullins. Two other people were transported to the MUSC Marion Emergency […]
Conway cross-burning victims speak out as SC Senate stalls on hate crime bill again
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — The victims in the November Conway cross burning case, Shawn and Monica Williams are speaking out after the South Carolina State Senate has yet again not passed a hate crime bill in the Palmetto State. Following the cross-burning incident, the Williams joined some longstanding statewide...
1 killed in string of shootings in Marion
MARION, S.C. (WPDE) — Police in Marion spoke out on Friday after a string of deadly violence. Several shootings occurred within 24 hours, including one that claimed the life of a young man. The first shooting occurred just before 9 p.m. Thursday night at McMillan Street and Wallace Circle.
Clemson vs. Coast Carolina game canceled due to weather
CLEMSON, S.C. -Due to impending inclement weather, Clemson’s game against Coastal Carolina at Springs Brooks Stadium in Conway on Tuesday night is canceled. Fans who purchased tickets for the game via credit card or debit card will receive a refund processed back to the account in three to five business days. Fans who purchased tickets using cash or check can call the Coastal Carolina athletic ticket office at 843-347-8499 and refunds will be mailed via check. Clemson closes the regular season by hosting Boston College in a three-game series at Doug Kingsmore Stadium, beginning Thursday at 6 p.m. Visit ClemsonTigers.com and follow @ClemsonBaseball and @clemsonsoftball for updates. -Via Clemson Athletic Communications
Coastal Carolina and Delaware will play home-and-home football series in 2026 and 2029
CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Coastal Carolina and Delaware will play a home-and-home football series in 2026 and 2029. Both schools announced the matchups Tuesday. The Chanticleers of the Sun Belt Conference will play at Delaware on Sept. 3, 2026. The Blue Hens, who are joining Conference USA in 2025, come to Coastal Carolina on Sept. 22, 2029.
Race routes released for Ed's Hurricane Hustle 5K & one-mile fun run
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — With just two weeks to go until the 2nd annual Ed's Hurricane Hustle, the official race routes have been released. All ages and leashed dogs are welcome to join Chief Meteorologist Ed Piotrowski for a 5K or one-mile fun run on Saturday, June 1 at Coastal Carolina University.
WATCH: Dashcam footage shows Florence County deputy’s pursuit that ended with deadly crash
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The Florence County Sheriff’s Office has released dashcam footage from a Wednesday night chase that turned into a deadly crash. A deputy tried conducting a traffic stop on a vehicle at about 10:40 p.m. for erratic driving on Pamplico Highway before the suspect led a chase that ended in a […]
Man killed after being hit by train in Florence
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A person was killed early Wednesday morning after being struck by an Amtrak passenger train, Florence County Coroner Keith von Lutcken said. It happened about 3:30 a.m. near the Southpark Shopping Center crossing. Von Lutcken said the person is presumed to be homeless, and his identity was not immediately known. […]
South Carolina man accused of unlawfully taking Florence 14-year-old to Colorado in February
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A 21-year-old Columbia man is facing a kidnapping charge after authorities said he unlawfully took a Florence 14-year-old to Colorado in February. Tyree Isiah Wallace was arrested Friday by sheriff’s deputies and booked into the Florence County Detention Center, where he is being held without bond. No additional details were […]
CCU game against No. 4 Clemson canceled
CONWAY, S.C. (CCU Athletics) - Due to impending inclement weather, Tuesday’s baseball game against No. 4 Clemson at Springs Brooks Stadium is canceled. Fans that have purchased tickets for tonight’s game via credit or debit card, please allow three to five business days for the refund to be processed back to your account.
Some Marion streets closed due to severe weather damage
MARION, S.C. (WPDE) — The Marion Police Dept. announced the closure of some streets due to severe weather on Tuesday. Shortly after 8 p.m., officials asked drivers to avoid the area of Main Street due to damage to trees and buildings downtown. Then, around 9:10 p.m. they announced that...
Pee Dee man accused of ‘inappropriately touching’ 13-year-old for months
MARION COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) - A Darlington man faces criminal sexual conduct charges after allegedly touching a minor inappropriately for months. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office said 22-year-old Asa Douglas Singletary was arrested on May 9. Singletary is accused of inappropriately touching a 13-year-old in Marion County from January...
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