Columbia SC

There’s a secret handshake among South Carolina locals, except it’s not actually a handshake, it’s knowing where to get the best breakfast on the Grand Strand. Dino’s House of Pancakes in North Myrtle Beach is that place, the one insiders have been quietly enjoying while tourists wander around looking for breakfast.

Here’s something that’ll make you rethink everything you thought you knew about South Carolina attractions: The Ultimate Driving Museum in Greer is sitting there with some of the most incredible racing machines you’ve ever seen, and hardly anyone’s talking about it. If you’ve ever felt your...

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The West Columbia Police Department is searching for a 16-year-old girl who was reported missing Sunday evening. Valery Hasselbacher was reported as a runaway. She is 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs about 125 pounds, and has black hair, police said. Hasselbacher was last seen wearing a black...

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Two South Carolina K9 handlers are recovering after being struck by a drunk driver early Sunday morning. According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD), deputies were conducting traffic enforcement on I-277 near the Farrow exit around 1:15 a.m Sunday. Deputies say the two K9 handlers...

BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — Drivers traveling through a busy corridor in Richland County are adjusting to a new traffic pattern after road construction brought several changes to how drivers access Interstate 77 from U.S. 21. The South Carolina Department of Transportation says the updated traffic pattern is now in place...

(Story courtesy Edgefield County School District) Strom Thurmond High School’s mock trial team won its third straight state title Saturday, March 14, at the Richland County Judicial Center. It was the team’s seventh title within the last decade and 12th state championship overall. Team members include Raina Barrs,...

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Temperatures are expected to drop Monday night, with much of the Midlands under a freeze warning. Local farmers are working to protect crops that have already started to bloom after several weeks of warm weather. Severe weather early Monday is bringing cooler temperatures across the...

COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — WACH FOX and The Jeffcoat Law Firm have partnered to spotlight everyday heroes who are making a positive impact in the community. This week’s Pay It Forward honoree is Sheron Capers. Sheron Capers is a registered nurse of 40 years and a health science...

Manchester Farms in Columbia is the oldest and largest quail producer in the United States. The farm produces about 50,000 quail weekly and sold nearly 50 million eggs in 2025. CEO Brittney Miller continues the legacy started by her father, founder Bill Odom. The company has expanded into quail eggs,...

Connoisseur Media has flipped hot AC WARQ Columbia, SC from “Live 93.5” to “93.5 The Bubble,” a new station they say is built around a “feel good” music vibe rather than a traditional format. The new brand nods to Columbia’s longtime nickname, “Soda City.”