State agency threatens to sue SC farmer who told people about public meeting
South Carolina’s environmental department has threatened to sue a farmer, whose land was polluted by sewer sludge, over his effort to tell the public about a meeting the agency is holding to discuss more sludge disposal in Darlington County. In a letter earlier this month, a Department of Environmental Services...
One person found dead inside residence in South Carolina, investigation underway
SOUTH CAROLINA — Authorities are investigating a death at an apartment complex in Greenville County early Saturday morning, according to the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they were called around 5:45 a.m. to Boulder Creek Apartments at 300 Furman Hall Road. When deputies arrived, they found a...
Eight children found alone inside illegal daycare during fire in South Carolina, one arrested
SOUTH CAROLINA — Eight children were found alone inside an apartment during a fire at what police say was an illegal daycare in South Carolina. According to North Charleston police, officers and firefighters responded around 2:30 p.m. Thursday to a fire at the Arbor Square Apartments. When emergency crews arrived,...
State Farm announces auto rate reduction and dividend for South Carolina customers
State Farm announced on Mar. 10 that it has implemented a new auto insurance rate decrease for its customers in South Carolina, resulting in an average reduction of more than 8 percent. The change, which took effect on February 16, applies to both new and existing policyholders. The company said...
North Carolina and South Carolina Facing High Severe Weather Risk Late Sunday into Monday...
NORTH CAROLINA — A significant severe weather setup is unfolding across the Carolinas late Sunday into Monday, with multiple waves of storms expected and a primary window of concern centered on Monday morning through mid-afternoon. Forecasters stress that this will not be a simple “one line and done” event....
State ownership of roads could pose challenges for local projects
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) — South Carolina’s Department of Transportation maintains 41,000 of the state’s public road miles, but Charleston city leaders say the state does not have enough money to keep up with growing infrastructure demands. “I mean, they want to do the work, but they...
Georgia–South Carolina Weather Alert: Tornado Risk and 65 mph Winds From Augusta to Columbia...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Augusta, Georgia –Drivers across eastern Georgia and central South Carolina could face sudden severe thunderstorms Monday afternoon as a fast-moving storm system pushes toward the I-20 corridor with the...
Know before you go: St. Pat’s in Five Points
St. Pat’s in Five Points is one of Columbia’s biggest (and greenest) events of the year, and with five stages for live music, a mocktail lounge, VIP experiences available and fun for the whole family at the Pot O’ Gold Playland, the festival brings a little bit of everything — and a lot of luck — to Columbia.
City launches new phase of Congaree Riverfront District project
The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following city council’s December 2025 approval of a professional services agreement to begin planning and design work for the 100-acre...
St. Pat’s Festival is ready to turn Five Points green for the 44th consecutive...
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The St. Pat’s in Five Points festival is set to take over Columbia’s Five Points entertainment district Saturday, marking the event’s 44th year. The festival opens to the public at 10 a.m., preceded by the “Get to the Green” races. The full-day event includes music, food and a parade.
