Western North Carolina man struggles to rebuild inn
MARION, N.C. (WGHP) — Most people will never have to deal with what Carter Francois is dealing with. Overnight, he lost his livelihood. His business, The Alpine Inn, washed down the side of a mountain during Hurricane Helene. Since then, he’s been dealing with bureaucracy and trying to rebuild. His insurance company...
South Carolina History: Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid
Today, March 10, is Harriet Tubman Day across the U.S. So we wanted to take a look at one her her most famous events. Everyone knows that Harriet Tubman has many ties to the Lowcountry of South Carolina and had done lots of work to help enslaved people find their freedom, but the Combahee Ferry Raid on June 2, 1863...
Deputies: Upstate business owner charged after cheating victim out of $92,000
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office reports charging a business owner after she failed to provide over $92,000 worth of items a victim paid for. Amanda Felton, 52, was charged with breach of trust. Deputies report Felton is the sole owner of Studio 511, an...
New house bill could raise minimum wage in North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — North Carolina General Assembly Representatives Marcia Morey, Alison Dahl and Aisha Dew proposed a raise to the state minimum wage Monday. House Bill to raise minimum wage in North Carolina House Bill 353, referred to as ‘Fair Minimum Wage Act’, would raise the current federal minimum wage of...
WNC drivers warned of scam texts falsely claiming to be from toll services
WLOS — A text scam involving toll fees is claiming victims throughout Western North Carolina. Many WNC drivers have reported receiving texts claiming to be from North Carolina Toll Services, threatening a late fee of $50 if drivers don't pay the toll by following the link in the text.
Georgia woman charged with filing fraudulent tax returns in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCIV) — A Georgia woman was arrested on Monday and charged with five counts of preparing false or fraudulent tax returns, according to the South Carolina Department of Revenue. Tyra Rochelle Buie, 38, of Locust Grove, Georgia, is accused of preparing Individual Income Tax returns for South...
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Circle K offers up to 40 cents off per gallon during Inner Circle Fuel...
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Circle K is set to host an Inner Circle Fuel Day on Thursday, giving South Carolina drivers a chance to win a large cash prize. Rewards members can enjoy savings of up to 40 cents per gallon at participating Circle K locations from 6 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. local time on Thursday, March 13.
The Charming Small Town In South Carolina That’s Perfect For Weekend Getaways
You haven’t truly experienced South Carolina until you’ve strolled beneath the moss-draped oak trees of Beaufort, where time seems to slow down just enough for you to catch your breath and remember what matters. This coastal gem, pronounced “BEW-fort” (unlike its North Carolina namesake), sits nestled among sea...
A legislator’s goal to bring St. Jude to SC stems from daughter’s battle
COLUMBIA — A cancer diagnosis in 2021 left James and Janelle Teeple needing a miracle. Their 3½-year-old daughter had been struggling with balance issues the previous few days. The Johns Island couple, who own a pair of faith-based childcare centers, initially suspected an inner-ear infection. But a trip to the...