Governor McMaster Signs Bill Creating New SC Behavioral Health Department
Governor Henry McMaster today held a ceremonial bill signing yesterday, establishing the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD). This legislation completes the most significant restructuring of South Carolina...
One person dead following motorcycle crash in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — A woman was killed Tuesday in a crash involving a motorcycle and a tractor-trailer on Interstate 77, according to the Fairfield County Coroner’s Office. The crash occurred near mile marker 46 in Winnsboro. Authorities say 60-year-old Kathleen E. Hodge of Darlington lost control of her motorcycle and...
Reports of possible meteor over Upstate
Reports are pouring in from across the South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee about a possible meteor.
Local young lady graduates from Kindergarten
Nova Grace Johnson, daughter of Brian M. Johnson and Sabrina L.W. Johnson and Walterboro resident, celebrated her kindergarten graduation on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The ceremony took place at 3513 Hard Scrabble Road in Columbia, South Carolina, and was hosted by the South Carolina Association of...
SC: A&W Restaurants Announces Strategic Franchise Expansion in Columbia and Neighboring Cities
A&W Restaurants, an all-American QSR with more than 105 years of experience in business and serving communities, announced its strategic plans to expand the brand's presence across Columbia, South Carolina and into the neighboring cities, including Darlington. A&W's expansion into Colombia presents aspiring local...
Shopping center near Columbia revitalizing, bringing in wine and raw bar
A rundown shopping center along State Street in Cayce will soon see new life with the introduction of a fine dining spot with roots in Irmo. The redevelopment on the 1300 block across from Brookland-Cayce High School will welcome the second location of George Robert’s Wine and Raw Bar . The restaurant, which opened...
Richland County mailing notices for property value changes
Some Richland County residents may soon be receiving a notification by mail about property value changes. The county assessor's office is giving many property owners an early heads up about changes to the value of their property for 2025 if it has changed by at least $1,000. Around 12,700 property owners will receive...
Adam Sandler making stop in Columbia on new tour
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Comedian and actor Adam Sandler is making a stop in South Carolina this fall on his latest tour. Sandler will play Colonial Life Arena in Columbia on Sept. 10. Tickets go on sale at noon Friday. The show will mark his only tour date in South Carolina.
ICE detains at least 16 people amid investigation into Kings Mountain business, officials said:...
The lightning strike happened on Tuesday, June 24, along Lake Murray in Lexington County. Asha Degree: North Carolina offers reward for information in girl’s 2000 disappearance. Updated: 6 hours ago. Sheriff’s office also offering $75K reward in Degree case. Updated: 6 hours ago. Outburst came amid meeting to...
Mystery ‘fireball’ spotted across Southeastern states
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — An unknown "fireball' was seen in the sky over South Carolina on Thursday. The incident has been reported in multiple states. Uncertain of what the object may be, the National Weather Service in Charleston is reporting that it could have been over Gasbury, VA. A...