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A sandy woodland of pine trees and wetlands will become South Carolina’s sixth state forest through efforts to protect the property from sprawling development in the Lowcountry. State conservation leaders met Thursday in Dorchester County to tout acquisition of the more than 1,600 acres near Summerville. To be called t

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The team behind Charleston 250 has launched a scavenger hunt, guiding individuals to historically significant landmarks across the Charleston area. Charleston was designated as one of four U.S. cities for enhanced commemorations of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and t

On Sept. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m., The Washout will host the Salty Snout Showdown, a "slightly unhinged dog contest" hosted by legendary skateboarder, stunt performer and television personality Bam Margera and Dannii Carra. The event will benefit Pet Helpers. Guests can expect an evening of hilarious dog competitions,...

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — As summer break stretches on, Tri-County school districts are working to make sure children don’t go hungry by offering free meals through the end of July. However, the program ends about two weeks before school starts again, leaving some families to figure out...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The City of Charleston is launching a new public engagement phase for its Charleston Peninsula Plan, a long-term framework officials say will guide growth, development, and infrastructure decisions across the Peninsula for decades to come. Starting July 9, the city will host weekly “Open Studi

Berkeley County residents will not see a property tax increase next fiscal year after county council approved a $377.4 million budget that invests in public safety, infrastructure and employee pay while maintaining what county leaders say is the lowest county millage rate in South Carolina. The post Berkeley County Ap

A member of a local citizens group said it and the College of Charleston are at an “impasse” on where the college should build a proposed dormitory. The relationship between the Community Engagement Council (CEC) and the college has “bogged down” over explaining to the college the importance of adhering to a federal po

State and local leaders need to take a long, hard look at a new economic report from Trident United Way and come up with ways to help struggling families, instead of generally ignoring their needs like they’ve done for generations. According to the newly-released study, more than one-third of...

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — North Charleston police arrested a 40-year-old man Wednesday after a traffic stop led to the discovery of suspected fentanyl, cocaine and ammunition, authorities said. Officers were conducting proactive patrols around 3:45 p.m. near hotels along Ashley Phosphate Road following reports of

SULLIVAN’S ISLAND, S.C. (WCBD) – Sullivan’s Island is gearing up for a bustling weekend as thousands are expected to descend for a slate of major events, promising a significant boost to the local economy. Saturday marks the centerpiece of the festivities, with Carolina Day celebrations, an annual fish fry hosted by th