Growing SC town canceled summer events after teen crime incidents. What now?
The town of Blythewood’s “Movies in the Park” is a small event that local leaders have described as intimate and family-friendly. This year, though, things got out of hand. At the first event on March 15, a “pop-up party,” a large gathering of teens that sparks within minutes following invites on social media,...
Brandy, Monica bringing ‘The Boy Is Mine Tour’ to Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A couple of big R&B hitmakers are bringing their latest tour to the Capital City. Singers Brandy and Monica announced Tuesday that their co-headlining “The Boy Is Mine Tour” will be making a stop at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia on Nov. 14. The two will be supported by Grammy winners Kelly...
Pelion Police asking for community help identifying woman accused of shoplifting
PELION, S.C. (WOLO)– Pelion Police are asking for community help identifying a woman accused of shoplifting, said officers. The accused shoplifter was in IGA on Monday, June 23, around 4:30 p.m. She was seen on camera stashing two packs of steaks in her personal bag and walking out of...
Columbia (SC) Accuses Irmo of Lying About Firefighter’s Death in Apartment Fire
The legal fallout of an Irmo firefighter’s death two years ago is growing, with the city of Columbia accusing the Irmo Fire District of lying about events at an apartment complex fire that killed James Michael Muller. Muller was killed on May 26, 2023, when a ceiling collapsed on...
LOOK: SC deputies try baking cookies inside car during heat wave
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Deputies in the Midlands are finding a unique way to test how hot it is inside a vehicle. FIRST ALERT | HEAT ADVISORY in effect, First Alert Weather Days continue through Wednesday. In a social media post on Tuesday, the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department said...
Gov. McMaster Signs South Carolina Energy Security Act
Governor Henry McMaster was recently joined by the state’s electric utilities and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 3309, the South Carolina Energy Security Act. The legislation will try to improve South Carolina’s ability to generate and deliver the power needed to keep...
8 Massive Flea Markets In South Carolina Where You Can Fill Your Trunk For...
Wondering where to find amazing flea markets in South Carolina that won’t empty your wallet?. These 8 gigantic markets offer endless treasures and deals so good you can load up your car for just $30!. 1. US 1 Metro Flea Market (West Columbia) Ever walked into a place where...
All new SC driver’s licenses & ID Cards coming soon, DMV says. Here’s when,...
If you’re planning to renew your driver’s license or ID Card in South Carolina this fall, prepare for some changes. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is set to issue redesigned driver’s licenses, beginner’s permits and identification cards this fall, a press release states . The new cards will be made...
This Revolutionary War Battlefield In South Carolina Still Hides Cannons, Trenches, And Secret Tunnels
Tucked away in the quiet backroads of South Carolina lies a place where you can literally walk through history. No, not just plaques and reenactments—real earthen fortifications, deep-set rifle pits, and the faint echoes of a siege that helped shape a nation. The Ninety Six National Historic Site isn’t just for history buffs. It’s a full-on immersive experience that feels like a blend of a colonial time capsule and an outdoor adventure trail.
Cayce has hired a new city manager, and it’s a familiar face
CAYCE, S.C. — The City of Cayce has hired a new city manager, and it's a familiar face. The city announced on Monday it has hired deputy city manager Michael Conley to fill the role left by Jim Crosland in May. Prior to coming to Cayce in May of...
