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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...

A busy intersection on a university campus with pedestrians and vehicles.

Tragedy Strikes University of South Carolina with Hit-and-Run Incident

April 8, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina mourns the loss of Nathanial “Nate” Baker, a junior killed in a hit-and-run accident. The incident involved a pickup truck and has raised...

Volunteers preparing meals in a community kitchen for the homeless

Harvest Hope Takes Over Meal Services as Salvation Army Exits

April 8, 2025

News Summary The Salvation Army is stepping away from its long-time role at the Transitions shelter in Columbia, leaving a gap in meal services for the homeless. Harvest Hope, South...

Storm clouds and lightning over Columbia, SC

Severe Weather Warning for Columbia, South Carolina!

April 8, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is under a severe weather warning from the National Weather Service, anticipating strong storms from 1 PM to 7 PM today. Residents should prepare for...

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,...

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...

ALLTAPE Adhesive Manufacturing facility in Lexington County

Lexington County Welcomes New Adhesive Manufacturing Facility

April 8, 2025

News Summary Lexington County is set to boost its economy with the arrival of ALLTAPE Adhesive Manufacturing Inc., which plans to invest $70 million and create 130 jobs. The new...

Exterior view of the new Whataburger location in Red Bank

Whataburger Opens New Location in Red Bank

April 8, 2025

News Summary Whataburger, the popular Texas-based burger chain, is set to open a brand new location in Red Bank, Lexington County, on April 10 at 9:30 a.m. The new restaurant...

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 springtime festival at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Springtime Festivities at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

April 8, 2025

News Summary Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia is celebrating its 50th anniversary alongside the Botanical Garden’s 30th anniversary with a spring festival on June 7, 2025. The event will...

Guests enjoying a meal at Liberty Tap Room overlooking Lake Murray

Liberty Tap Room on Lake Murray Set to Reopen

April 8, 2025

News Summary Liberty Tap Room, a favorite diner on Lake Murray, is slated to reopen on April 8 after undergoing extensive renovations. The reopening celebration will feature live music and...

Young artists performing spoken word at a showcase in Columbia, S.C.

Columbia, S.C. Prepares for Annual Spoken Word Showcase

April 8, 2025

News Summary Columbia, S.C. is gearing up for the Annual Spoken Word Showcase on March 24, 2024. Organized by Rebirth Enterprise, this event aims to empower youth by showcasing their...

People exploring a spring plant sale with various plants and flowers

Columbia, S.C. Embraces Spring Plant Sales

April 8, 2025

News Summary This weekend marks the start of spring plant sales in Columbia, S.C. Various exciting events are lined up including Historic Columbia’s Spring Plant Sale and Midlands Plant &...

A street scene in Columbia, SC on a rainy day

Columbia Weather Update: Rainy Days Ahead

April 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC, is bracing for a rainy day, with steady precipitation expected throughout the afternoon and a high of 75°F. A low of 50°F is predicted tonight as...

Stormy weather in Columbia with emergency response activities

Severe Weather and Flooding Concerns Loom Over Columbia

April 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia residents face severe weather and potential flooding today, April 7, 2025, with a 100% chance of rain, severe thunderstorms, and rising waters in the Congaree River. Officials...

Adorable baby Tammar wallaby peeking out from mother's pouch

New Baby Tammar Wallaby Joins Riverbanks Zoo Family

April 6, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s Riverbanks Zoo welcomes a new baby Tammar wallaby, whose journey from jellybean-sized joey to a playful marsupial has begun. The cute joey, born recently, is already peeking...

Scene from Columbia Employment Fair showcasing job seekers and employers

Columbia’s Employment and Resource Fair Scheduled for April 9th

April 6, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC is set to host the Employment and Resource Fair on April 9th, organized by Goodwill Industries. The fair, running from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, targets...

People attending a job fair in Columbia SC

Second Chance Job Fair Coming to Columbia on April 9

April 5, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, will host the Second Chance Job Fair on April 9, organized by Goodwill Industries. This event provides job opportunities for individuals, particularly those with a...

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...

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,...

Community members showing solidarity in a mall environment after a shooting incident.

Columbia Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Columbiana Mall Mass Shooting

April 6, 2025

News Summary A Columbia man, Marquise Robinson, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in the Columbiana Mall mass shooting in April 2022, which injured nine...

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...

Scene depicting caution tape and police at Columbiana Centre mall after a shooting incident.

Columbia Community Faces Consequences After Mall Shooting

April 5, 2025

News Summary A third suspect involved in the Columbia mall shooting during Easter weekend 2022 has been sentenced to 30 years in prison. This incident left nine innocent shoppers injured,...

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...

POLITICS

Dramatic sky depicting weather shift in Columbia, S.C.

Columbia, S.C. Braces for Weather Shift After Warm Weekend

April 7, 2025

News Summary After enjoying unusually warm temperatures hitting the upper 80s and 90s over the weekend, Columbia, S.C. is expecting a significant weather change. A cold front is set to...

Police presence at Irmo High School with security screens

Extra Security Measures Implemented at Irmo High School

April 4, 2025

News Summary In response to a graffiti threat discovered in a bathroom stall at Irmo High School, increased security measures have been put in place to ensure student safety. Principal...

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...

South Carolina State House with community members discussing diversity issues.

Columbia, South Carolina: New Diversity Legislation Passed

April 3, 2025

News Summary On April 2, 2025, South Carolina’s House passed the Anti-DEI Bill (H.3927) which restricts Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives in public agencies and private businesses with government contracts....

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...

Rhesus Macaques in Yemassee

Yemassee Residents Concerned Over Monkey Escape

April 1, 2025

News Summary In Yemassee, South Carolina, a group of 43 Rhesus macaques escaped from Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center. While 24 have been recovered safely, 18 are still at large....

Horry County Shooting Scene

Horry County Community Reels After Violent Shooting Incident

March 30, 2025

News Summary A peaceful community in Horry County was shaken by a shooting incident that left one person injured and led to the arrest of a 60-year-old suspect. The shooting,...

Concept art of Columbia SC's Riverfront Park with walking trails and amphitheater.

Columbia, SC Launches Riverfront Park Development

March 29, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina is set to transform the Congaree River area into a vibrant riverfront park covering 80 acres. Plans include landscaped boardwalks, event spaces, and potential amphitheater....

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...

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 and friends enjoying pimento cheese dishes at a festival

Pimento Cheese Festival and Literary Events in Columbia

March 28, 2025

News Summary This weekend in Columbia, South Carolina, brings a delightful combination of flavors and stories. The inaugural Pimento Cheese Festival at Saluda Shoals Park will showcase local culinary talents,...

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...

South Carolina Gamecocks SEC Championship Celebration

South Carolina Wins SEC Championship Against Texas

March 14, 2025

News Summary In a remarkable display of talent, the South Carolina Gamecocks secured their third consecutive SEC Tournament Championship by defeating the Texas Longhorns with a score of 64-45. This...

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