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Rhesus Monkeys in Trees

Rhesus Monkeys Escape in Yemassee, South Carolina

April 8, 2025

News Summary A group of Rhesus macaques made headlines after escaping from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center in Yemassee, South Carolina. On November 6, 2024, 43 monkeys fled, leading...

Earthquake in Columbia, SC

Another Earthquake Rattles Columbia, South Carolina!

April 8, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina experienced a 1.5 magnitude earthquake at 5:09 a.m. on March 19, 2025, marking the fifth quake of the year in the state. Residents in the...

USC Intersection Safety

Tragic Accident Claims Life of USC Student

April 8, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina mourns the loss of Nathanial Baker, a 21-year-old student killed in a hit-and-run accident. The incident has sparked outrage and discussions on road...

Memorial for USC Student Nate Baker with flowers and heartfelt messages

Memorial Established for USC Student Nate Baker, 21, After Tragic Hit-and-Run

April 8, 2025

News Summary The community mourns the loss of Nate Baker, a bright 21-year-old USC student, who was killed in a hit-and-run accident at a dangerous intersection on April 2, 2025....

Dark storm clouds gathering over Columbia South Carolina

Severe Weather Alert: Strong Storms Expected in Columbia, SC

April 8, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC is gearing up for strong storms on Monday afternoon as the National Weather Service issues a warning. The storms are expected to bring heavy rainfall and...

Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

Brad Sigmon Faces Execution by Firing Squad in SC

April 7, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old man, is set to become the first U.S. execution by firing squad in 15 years on March 7 in South Carolina. His choice of...

Anderson County Death Investigation Scene

Tragic Discovery in Anderson County: Death Investigation Launched

April 7, 2025

News Summary A death investigation has been launched in Anderson County, South Carolina, following the discovery of two deceased individuals on Quinn Street. Authorities are probing the potential link to...

Memorial for Nathanial Baker

Tragedy Strikes University of South Carolina: Student Killed in Hit-and-Run

April 7, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina community is in mourning after 21-year-old student Nathanial G. Baker lost his life in a hit-and-run accident involving a pickup truck. The driver,...

Dark stormy sky over Columbia city landscape with rain.

Severe Weather Expected in Columbia: What You Need to Know

April 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia is bracing for severe weather, with a 100% chance of rain and potential thunderstorm and tornado warnings. Heavy downpours are expected, accompanied by gusty winds and possible...

BUSINESS

Raleigh Business Skyline

Raleigh Secures Top Ranking in Business Climate Survey

April 8, 2025

News Summary Raleigh and North Carolina have received notable recognition in Site Selection magazine’s Business Climate Survey for 2024. North Carolina ranks No. 2 for the best business climate, with...

Cardinal Health Distribution Center in Greenville

Cardinal Health Unveils New Healthcare Distribution Center in Greenville

April 8, 2025

News Summary Cardinal Health has opened its largest home healthcare distribution center in Greenville, South Carolina, spanning 350,000 square feet. This facility will create around 200 jobs, boost the local...

Boeing Learning Lab Concept

Boeing Learning Lab Set to Transform Education in Charleston

April 8, 2025

News Summary The Boeing Learning Lab, an innovative facility spanning 8,500 square feet, is set to be constructed at the Charleston Maritime Center. This center will house classrooms, a broadcast...

South Carolina Local Bars

South Carolina’s Liquor Liability Law Under Scrutiny

April 8, 2025

News Summary South Carolina’s local bars and restaurants are facing an insurance crisis as premiums soar due to the state’s liquor liability laws. This legislation, implemented in 2017, has drastically...

Community members gathering to honor a Marine and law enforcement officer.

Lexington, SC Remembers Charles F.P. Sullivan, Marine and Officer

April 8, 2025

News Summary The Lexington community honors the life of Charles F.P. Sullivan, a former Marine and law enforcement officer, who passed away at 85. Known for his unwavering service and...

Exterior view of Whataburger restaurant in Lexington SC with drive-thru

Whataburger Opens New Location in Lexington, SC

April 8, 2025

News Summary Whataburger, the popular Texas-based burger chain, is set to open a new restaurant in Lexington, SC, on April 10. Located at 5440 Platt Springs Road, this will be...

Spectrum News South Carolina Studio

Spectrum News South Carolina Launches

April 7, 2025

News Summary Spectrum News South Carolina officially launched on October 17, 2024, delivering essential local news and community-focused reporting. Available on TV and through its mobile app, it aims to...

Raleigh Skyline

Raleigh Crowned Best-Performing Large City in the U.S.

April 7, 2025

News Summary Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized as the best-performing large city in the U.S. according to the 2025 Milken Institute report. The city’s impressive job and wage growth,...

Eaton Manufacturing Facility in Union County

Eaton Announces $340 Million Manufacturing Facility in Union County

April 7, 2025

News Summary Eaton, a global power management company, is set to invest $340 million in a new manufacturing facility in Jonesville, Union County, creating 700 new jobs. This investment marks...

Events/What's Happening

Families enjoying the festivities at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates 50th Anniversary

April 8, 2025

News Summary Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia is celebrating its 50th anniversary alongside the 30th anniversary of the Botanical Garden. Festivities on June 7 will include live music, food...

Renovated Liberty Tap Room restaurant by Lake Murray

Liberty Tap Room on the Lake to Reopen in Irmo

April 8, 2025

News Summary The beloved Liberty Tap Room on the Lake in Irmo, South Carolina, is set to reopen on April 8, 2025, after extensive renovations. The grand reopening will feature...

Youth performers expressing their creativity at the Spoken Word Showcase

Rebirth Annual Spoken Word Showcase in Columbia

April 8, 2025

News Summary Columbia is set to host the Rebirth Annual Spoken Word Showcase on March 24, 2024, at the Koger Center for the Arts. This inspiring event aims to provide...

A colorful collection of blooming plants at the spring plant sales in Columbia, SC.

Columbia Welcomes Spring with Plant Sales

April 8, 2025

News Summary Spring has arrived in Columbia, SC, and garden enthusiasts are preparing for a weekend filled with exciting plant sales. Three major events will showcase a variety of plants,...

Dark stormy sky over Columbia city landscape with rain.

Severe Weather Expected in Columbia: What You Need to Know

April 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia is bracing for severe weather, with a 100% chance of rain and potential thunderstorm and tornado warnings. Heavy downpours are expected, accompanied by gusty winds and possible...

Panoramic view of Columbia, SC facing Hurricane Helene with stormy skies

Hurricane Helene Approaches Columbia, SC

April 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC is preparing for Hurricane Helene, which is predicted to bring heavy rain and strong winds this week. Residents are advised to take precautions, including evacuations in...

Diverse cultures celebrating at Columbia International Festival

Columbia Marks 30 Years of Cultural Diversity at CIF

April 6, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is set to celebrate the 30th annual Columbia International Festival on April 5-6, 2025. This two-day event will showcase over 114 countries, emphasizing cultural diversity...

Job seekers interacting with employers at the Employment Fair in Columbia SC

Job and Resource Fair in Columbia, SC

April 6, 2025

News Summary Columbia residents seeking employment or career resources are invited to the Employment and Resource Fair on April 9, hosted by Goodwill Industries. This event connects job seekers with...

A baby Tammar wallaby peeking out from its mother's pouch in Riverbanks Zoo.

Baby Tammar Wallaby Debuts at Riverbanks Zoo

April 6, 2025

News Summary A baby Tammar wallaby has made its debut at Riverbanks Zoo, captivating visitors as it peeks out from its mother’s pouch. Weighing only as much as a jellybean...

CRIME

Rhesus Monkeys in Trees

Rhesus Monkeys Escape in Yemassee, South Carolina

April 8, 2025

News Summary A group of Rhesus macaques made headlines after escaping from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center in Yemassee, South Carolina. On November 6, 2024, 43 monkeys fled, leading...

Memorial for USC Student Nate Baker with flowers and heartfelt messages

Memorial Established for USC Student Nate Baker, 21, After Tragic Hit-and-Run

April 8, 2025

News Summary The community mourns the loss of Nate Baker, a bright 21-year-old USC student, who was killed in a hit-and-run accident at a dangerous intersection on April 2, 2025....

Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

Brad Sigmon Faces Execution by Firing Squad in SC

April 7, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old man, is set to become the first U.S. execution by firing squad in 15 years on March 7 in South Carolina. His choice of...

Anderson County Death Investigation Scene

Tragic Discovery in Anderson County: Death Investigation Launched

April 7, 2025

News Summary A death investigation has been launched in Anderson County, South Carolina, following the discovery of two deceased individuals on Quinn Street. Authorities are probing the potential link to...

Memorial for Nathanial Baker

Tragedy Strikes University of South Carolina: Student Killed in Hit-and-Run

April 7, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina community is in mourning after 21-year-old student Nathanial G. Baker lost his life in a hit-and-run accident involving a pickup truck. The driver,...

Justice for Brittanee Drexel

Long-Awaited Justice for Brittanee Drexel’s Family

April 5, 2025

News Summary A South Carolina jury has awarded $700 million to the family of Brittanee Drexel, who was kidnapped and murdered in 2009. This significant judgment stems from a lawsuit...

Emergency Response on I-85

Traffic Chaos in Greenville County Caused by Bomb Threat

April 4, 2025

News Summary On January 2, 2025, Greenville County was thrown into chaos when a bomb threat during a traffic stop on Interstate 85 brought all lanes to a standstill. Following...

Protests Against the Death Penalty

South Carolina Executes Brad Sigmon by Firing Squad

April 4, 2025

News Summary In a historic moment, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate, using a firing squad. This marks the state’s first use of this execution method and the...

Police response at Walmart shooting

Incident Rocks Lancaster, South Carolina Walmart

April 4, 2025

News Summary A shooting incident at a Lancaster Walmart on April 1, 2025, left two injured and multiple arrests made. Eyewitnesses reported chaos as police responded with overwhelming force. Two...

POLITICS

Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

Brad Sigmon Faces Execution by Firing Squad in SC

April 7, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old man, is set to become the first U.S. execution by firing squad in 15 years on March 7 in South Carolina. His choice of...

Protests Against the Death Penalty

South Carolina Executes Brad Sigmon by Firing Squad

April 4, 2025

News Summary In a historic moment, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate, using a firing squad. This marks the state’s first use of this execution method and the...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Brad Sigmon by Firing Squad

April 3, 2025

News Summary South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon by firing squad on March 7, 2025, marking the first U.S. execution of its kind since 2010. This event reignites national debates about...

South Carolina Senate Hearing

South Carolina Senate Moves to Remove State Treasurer After $1.8 Billion Error

April 3, 2025

News Summary In a historic movement for South Carolina politics, the state Senate is considering the removal of State Treasurer Curtis Loftis over a massive accounting error that has led...

School district building in Lexington with students outside

Lawsuit Filed Against Lexington School District by Former Assistant Principal

March 28, 2025

News Summary A former assistant principal from Airport High School in Lexington has initiated legal action against the Lexington 2 school district following her dismissal. The circumstances surrounding her termination...

Manhunt Search in Newberry County

Manhunt in Newberry County for 20-Year-Old Suspect

March 27, 2025

News Summary In Newberry County, South Carolina, a manhunt is underway for 20-year-old Landon Major Howell, deemed dangerous by authorities following his escape from law enforcement. Howell, who fled into...

Wildfires raging across a forest in North Carolina and South Carolina

Wildfires Force North and South Carolina into States of Emergency

March 24, 2025

News Summary Wildfires are rapidly spreading across North and South Carolina, prompting urgent state of emergency declarations. Evacuations have been ordered, and a critical fire danger alert has been issued...

Small business interactions in South Carolina

South Carolina Small Business Leaders Demand Change in Commerce Department

March 24, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce has called on President Trump to reassess Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick after controversial remarks regarding Social Security. Chamber President Frank...

Irmo Town Council meeting discussing new leadership

Irmo Appoints New Mayor Pro Tem After Scandal

March 20, 2025

News Summary In the wake of Erik Sickinger’s resignation over serious charges, the Irmo Town Council swiftly appointed Barb Waldman as the new Mayor Pro Tem. Sickinger’s legal issues, including...

SPORTS

Women's Basketball Team Celebration

Dawn Staley Secures Record-Setting Contract Extension

April 5, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley has signed a landmark contract extension with the University of South Carolina, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball history. The deal will keep her...

Community members discussing child abuse prevention solutions.

Opportunities and Concerns in Lexington County

April 3, 2025

News Summary Lexington County is facing serious issues regarding child exploitation, highlighted by recent arrests. However, it also offers a chance for community engagement through the Guardian ad Litem Program,...

Columbia SC Football Celebration

Chaos Erupts After Gamecocks Victory in Columbia

April 1, 2025

News Summary After a thrilling win over Texas A&M, Columbia, SC, experienced chaos as a shooting left three injured. The incident occurred near Williams-Brice Stadium, prompting swift police action and...

2023 Women's NCAA Final Four Excitement

Women’s NCAA Final Four Set to Captivate Fans in Tampa

April 1, 2025

News Summary Tampa, Florida, is poised to host an unforgettable Women’s NCAA Final Four tournament, featuring powerhouse teams like South Carolina, Texas, UConn, and UCLA. The reigning champions, South Carolina...

Gamecocks Sweet 16 Victory

Gamecocks Defeat Terrapins in Sweet 16 Showdown

March 31, 2025

News Summary In a thrilling Sweet 16 clash, the South Carolina Gamecocks narrowly defeated the Maryland Terrapins 71-67 in Birmingham, Alabama. Despite a close fourth quarter, standout performances from MiLaysia...

South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Victory Celebration

Birmingham Celebrates South Carolina Gamecocks’ NCAA Victory

March 29, 2025

News Summary On March 28, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks triumphed over the Maryland Terrapins with a thrilling 71-67 victory in the NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16, securing a place...

Families enjoying BBQ festival and art fair in Columbia SC

Weekend Events in Columbia, SC: Food, Art, and Sports

March 20, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC is gearing up for a lively weekend filled with exciting events such as the South Carolina BBQ Shag Festival, Soda City Market, and the NCAA Women’s...

UCLA Women's Basketball Team Celebrates

UCLA Women’s Basketball Team Secures Historic No. 1 Seed

March 17, 2025

News Summary The UCLA Bruins have made history by earning the No. 1 overall seed in the women’s NCAA Tournament for the first time. With a season record of 30...

South Carolina SEC Tournament Celebration

South Carolina Wins Third Consecutive SEC Tournament Title

March 15, 2025

News Summary In a commanding display, the South Carolina women’s basketball team claimed their third straight SEC Tournament championship with a 64-45 victory over Texas. Their defensive strategy, which held...

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