Folly Beach’s customs for the New Year include a flip-flop drop and a Bill...
Folly Beach, South Carolina, hosts a vibrant New Year’s celebration welcoming 2026 with family-friendly events like fireworks, a Flip-Flop Drop, and a Bill Murray-themed Polar Plunge. These traditions draw locals and visitors to the beachfront for a mix of spectacle and community fun.. New Year’s Eve Schedule....
Berkeley County DUI prosecutor warns of impaired driving amid holidays
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — This year, Berkeley County has already seen 27 deaths directly linked to impaired driving, and officials warn those numbers will likely increase around the holidays. With South Carolina leading the nation in impaired driving deaths, Berkeley County officials are reminding the community...
This Cozy Restaurant In South Carolina Has Chicken Wings That Locals Can’t Stop Raving...
In the heart of West Columbia, there exists a culinary paradise where the humble chicken wing has been elevated to an art form that locals simply can’t stop talking about. Blossom Buffet might sound like just another all-you-can-eat establishment, but don’t let the name fool you – this place has developed something...
After running off Cainhoy Road and colliding with a tree, the driver died.
A 42-year-old driver from Huger died in a single-vehicle crash on Cainhoy Road in Berkeley County, S.C., after running off the road, overcorrecting, and striking a tree. The incident involved a 2006 GMC Sierra pickup traveling west around 10:15 p.m. on Monday. Master Trooper Mitchell Ridgeway of the South Carolina...
MUSC clinical trial testing device showing promise to cure heart failure
CHARLESTON, S.C. — An ongoing trial at the Medical University of South Carolina is looking for a breakthrough for patients dealing with heart failure. The condition is called heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, also called “HFpEF ” or “Huff Puff”. MUSC Professor of Cardiology...
Charleston now has access to precision hip replacements thanks to a new portable equipment.
Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center in Charleston is adopting the innovative Lantern Hip system, a compact handheld device resembling an iPhone that enhances precision in hip replacement surgeries. This technology, from OrthAlign, provides real-time data on hip alignment, leg length, and range of motion by...
After several years of preparation, Lowcountry Lowline begins construction downtown.
Charleston’s Lowcountry Lowline, a visionary linear park proposed in 2015, broke ground on December 15, 2025, marking the start of Phase One. This 1.6-mile pedestrian and bike corridor runs from Mount Pleasant Street to Line Street under I-26, transforming an old railroad right-of-way into a community connector....
Taste of New England Food Truck Festival returns to Firefly Distillery on Jan. 31
The Taste of New England Food Truck Festival will return to Firefly Distillery on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, bringing the flavors, traditions and charm of New England to the Lowcountry. The annual food truck festival is a full-day celebration of regional classics, local makers and more. The event will take...
City Paper’s best bites, sips for 2025
It’s easy to understand why Charleston has earned its reputation as one of the best dining cities in the country. Whether it’s a casual breakfast or an indulgent dinner, we’re spoiled here in the Holy City. We polled our staffers and writers for their best bites and sips of 2025. Here’s what stood out (in...
Shoppers pick up last minute gifts before Christmas at Tanger Outlets
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Last-minute shoppers across the Lowcountry poured into North Charleston’s Tanger Outlets to grab the final things on their Christmas lists, take advantage of last-minute deals, and ensure they’re prepared for Christmas Day. Christmas Eve caught some shoppers off guard, like Eddie...
