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The rise and fall of Jessamine Mall, now Sumter Mall in Sumter, SC, and what is left of its shops.

In May 1979, Jim Wilson & Associates announced a $12.5 million enclosed mall for a Broad Street site west of central Sumter, with Belk and JCPenney lined up as its anchors. The developers named it Jessamine Mall, after the yellow jessamine, the flower South Carolina had picked as its own. Downtown had tried its own kind of mall in the 1970s.

Sumter, SC · 5d
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This Overlooked South Carolina Town Is So Affordable, Retirees Say They Wish They’d Moved Sooner

There’s a town in South Carolina that retirees are quietly discovering, and once they get there, they keep asking themselves the same question: why didn’t anyone tell me about this sooner?. That town is Latta, South Carolina, and it’s been sitting in Dillon County this whole time, minding...

Latta, SC · 5d
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Dog dies after being found in trash can at S.C. car wash

DARLINGTON, S.C. - A small dog found wrapped in a trash bag inside a trash can at a Darlington car wash died, the Darlington County Humane Society said. The Humane Society said someone heard whimpering from the trash can and found the dog inside a trash bag on Thursday. Law enforcement brought her to the shelter, where staff named her Treasure.

Darlington, SC · 4d
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Florence city council shares heartfelt tributes as George Jebaily ends 12 years of service

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C (WPDE) — Every Florence City Council member offered kind words and personal reflections Monday as George D. Jebaily’s 12 years on the council came to a close. The city presented Jebaily with a service award, recognizing his leadership, commitment, and contributions to the community. The...

Florence, SC · 20h
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FIRST ALERT: Freeze watch issued ahead of coldest air so far this season

Florence, SC · 9h

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MUSC Health opens new Florence medical center with emergency and urgent care

FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — MUSC Health is expanding access to immediate medical care in the Pee Dee with the opening of a new medical center in Florence. MUSC Health held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday for its new Florence Medical Center, its first facility in the Pee Dee region to offer both emergency and urgent care services.

Florence, SC · 3d

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Maysville Man, 67, With Cancer Vanishes Mid-Trip From South Carolina, Family Pleads

A 67-year-old Maysville man battling prostate cancer has been missing for more than a week after a bus trip meant to bring him home from South Carolina instead left his family searching for answers. Frank Glover was supposed to travel by Greyhound from Camden, South Carolina, back to Kentucky, but he never made his connections.

Maysville, KY · 1d

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'Being a voice': Darlington Co. Humane Society responds after dog found in trash can died

DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Darlington County Humane Society has explained what meaningful accountability would look like and described the cases they've seen after a dog found inside a trash bag died last week. The humane society made the following post to Facebook last week, calling on lawmakers...

Darlington County, SC · 2d

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Florence Pecan Festival Draws Record Crowds — And a Widow's Quiet Tribute

The South Carolina Pecan Music and Food Festival’s 22nd year brought a record number of vendors to downtown Florence on Saturday, Nov. 7. More than 250 vendors and 38 sponsors took part, alongside a reported 176 volunteers. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; two full-time city employees handled the festival’s organization.

Florence, SC · 3d

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Spotlighting Marlboro’s Veterans: Adrian Kinney

CLIO— For newly elected County Councilman Adrian Kinney, serving in the military was one of the most rewarding decisions of his life. He says serving gave him a deep sense of pride in knowing that he answered the call to serve his country when many others chose a different path.

Marlboro County, SC · 22h

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SC Weather Alert: Columbia, SC Freeze Watch, 30° Nov 14-18

National Weather Service warns of freezing temperatures across central South Carolina early Sunday, threatening sensitive plants and exposed plumbing.

Columbia, SC · 10h

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Florence County Fire Rescue urges precautions as high winds raise wildfire risk

FLORENCE COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Florence County Fire Rescue officials are urging people to take extra precautions before having a fire outdoors. High winds are beginning to move through the Grand Strand and Pee Dee, increasing the risk of wildfires. Anthony Fox, a spokesperson for Florence County Fire Rescue, said...

Florence County, SC · 1d

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Florence attorney Hood Temple announces run for South Carolina Senate District 31 seat

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C (WPDE) — Florence attorney E. Hood Temple officially announced Tuesday that he is running for South Carolina Senate District 31, pledging to cut taxes, strengthen schools, improve infrastructure, and make families his top priority. Temple, a Republican and longtime Florence resident, made his announcement surrounded by...

Florence County, SC · 2d

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Jamison Estep steps down as Lake City football head coach

Estep goes 13-30 in 4 years after stepping in to replace Ronnie Baker following serious accident. Lake City – Despite the Lake City High School football team going 2-8 in the just completed season and missing out on the AA state playoffs, Jamison Estep believes a bright future awaits the program.

Lake City, SC · 23h

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Flu cases nearly double in South Carolina as hospitalizations rise

Laboratory-confirmed influenza cases nearly doubled across South Carolina during the final week of October, while hospitalizations continued to climb and influenza-like illness activity reached high levels statewide. According to the South Carolina Department of Public Health's latest Flu Watch report, covering Oct. 25-31, the state recorded 1,079 laboratory-confirmed cases, up...

South Carolina · 2d

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Two Trinity Collegiate athletes sign with Division I colleges

DARLINGTON, S.C. (WPDE) — Two student-athletes at Trinity Collegiate School in Darlington are taking their athletic careers to the next level after signing to compete at the NCAA Division I level. Mahaley Swink signed with Wofford College to play tennis, while John Wylie Richardson signed with Davidson College to...

Darlington, SC · 1d

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Judge hears Murdaugh defense request as case shifts toward Sumter retrial

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Alex Murdaugh’s defense team returned to court for a major pretrial hearing in Lexington County, where a judge was expected to consider a request to dismiss the murder indictments tied to the killings of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul. The hearing was...

Lexington County, SC · 8h

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Pee Dee Republican Women to host Candidate Forum to hear from S.C. State Senate hopefuls

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C (WPDE) — The Pee Dee Republican Women will host a Candidate Forum and Friendsgiving Dinner on Monday to introduce voters to the candidates running to fill the S.C. State Senate seat formerly held by Lt. Gov. elect Mike Reichenbach. The moderated discussion invites voters to hear...

South Carolina · 1d

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Wilson is homecoming king of Florence 1 Schools football teams

South Florence begins quest for fifth straight trip to AAAA title game against Lucy Beckham. Florence – You can call the Wilson High School football team the 2026 homecoming king for Florence 1 Schools. Not only did the Tigers win their homecoming contest, but they were the homecoming opponents...

Florence, SC · 2d

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Florence E-Sports marks its 6th annual festival this weekend

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - E-Sports and gaming have been on the rise, with some students receiving college scholarships. This weekend marks the sixth annual Florence E-Sports festival and features the Peach Belt Conference Championship for games such as Rocket League and Marvel Rivals. This is also an opportunity for...

Florence, SC · 19h