South Carolina gas prices continue dramatic drop, averaging $2.43 per gallon
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — Gas prices in South Carolina have continued to drop in the last week, now averaging at well below $3 per gallon as of Monday, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,028 stations in the state. The average price of gas in SC fell 3.6 cents per...
Two people killed in overnight crash on South Carolina road, cops say
Two people were killed early Sunday morning in a crash on a Midlands road, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol . A two-vehicle collision happened at about 12:55 a.m. in a part of Clarendon County between U.S. 521 and I-95, said Master Trooper William Bennett. A 2014 Dodge Challenger was driving north on...
‘Widespread’ flu activity in SC prompts local hospital restrictions
Thousands of flu cases and one death in S.C. Lowcountry reported in week leading up to the holidays. A rampant flu outbreak categorized as "widespread" by state public health officials has prompted at least one South Carolina Lowcountry hospital to take extra precautions. With categories ranging from "Local" and...
One person arrested after road rage incident leads to drug bust in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — A reported road rage incident in North Charleston on Sunday morning led to the arrest of a 22-year-old man and the discovery of illegal drugs and a firearm, according to the North Charleston Police Department. Police said officers were called to Rivers Avenue just before 11:30 a.m. after receiving a...
Bridge closure on Lorick Road in Blythewood to impact drivers starting Jan. 5
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Drivers who rely on Lorick Road near Blythewood will soon need to adjust their daily routines as the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) prepares to close a bridge over the North Branch for repairs. The closure begins Jan. 5 and is expected to last...
Fireworks sales ramp up across Columbia as New Year’s Eve approaches
COLUMBIA, S.C. — People are shopping for fireworks all over Columbia to celebrate New Year’s Eve, picking up everything from small sparklers to big aerial shows. At Casey’s Fireworks on Rosewood Drive, the store is set up to help everyone find what’s right for them. Store...
Barnes, Drayton bid adieu to Penn State with win over Clemson
South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer had a full staff of assistant coaches by contract on Friday after the Board of Trustees approved the hire of Deion Barnes to coach the defensive ends and outside linebackers. On Sunday, the Gamecocks now have all of their coaches available full time. Two...
Windham family launches fundraiser in hopes of reopening The Woody
A local family is not ready to give up on keeping a dream alive. The Woody on Main closed its doors in October. The entertainment venue was the lifelong dream of the late Woody Windham, who was a well-known radio personality in Columbia for more than 55 years. The Woody...
South Carolina State Becomes First HBCU To Have Its Flag Raised Over State House
South Carolina State University is set to become the first HBCU to have its official flag raised over the State House in Columbia.
Water leak, flooding close Elgin Town Hall on Monday
ELGIN, S.C. — The town hall in Elgin will be closed on Monday as crews work to clean up flooding and assess damage. Mayor Melissa Emmons said a water heater at the town hall ruptured sometime after midnight on Sunday, and water wasn't turned off until 6:30 a.m. Emmons said the area of the town hall affected by the...
