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Columbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-RunColumbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-Run

Columbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-Run

News Summary The University of South Carolina is mourning the tragic death of junior Nathanial Baker, who was killed in…

5 days ago
Myrtle Beach Residents Return Home as Wildfire Threat LowersMyrtle Beach Residents Return Home as Wildfire Threat Lowers

Myrtle Beach Residents Return Home as Wildfire Threat Lowers

News Summary Residents of Myrtle Beach, SC, are relieved as firefighters make significant progress on a wildfire in Carolina Forest.…

6 days ago
Elgin, South Carolina Shaken by 2.3 Magnitude EarthquakeElgin, South Carolina Shaken by 2.3 Magnitude Earthquake

Elgin, South Carolina Shaken by 2.3 Magnitude Earthquake

News Summary On April 24, 2025, Elgin, South Carolina experienced a 2.3 magnitude earthquake at 1:16 a.m., startling over 80…

7 days ago
Columbia, South Carolina Celebrates Earth Month with Sustainability InitiativesColumbia, South Carolina Celebrates Earth Month with Sustainability Initiatives

Columbia, South Carolina Celebrates Earth Month with Sustainability Initiatives

News Summary In April, Columbia, South Carolina, is championing sustainability as Duke Energy pledges $375,000 for environmental efforts. The funding…

1 week ago
Minor Earthquake Shakes Elgin, South CarolinaMinor Earthquake Shakes Elgin, South Carolina

Minor Earthquake Shakes Elgin, South Carolina

News Summary On Wednesday morning, a 1.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Elgin, South Carolina. Striking at 5:09 a.m., this…

1 week ago
Tragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina CommunityTragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina Community

Tragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina Community

News Summary The University of South Carolina mourns the loss of Nathanial 'Nate' G. Baker, a 20-year-old business major, following…

2 weeks ago
Lake Wylie Residents on High Alert Due to Car Break-InsLake Wylie Residents on High Alert Due to Car Break-Ins

Lake Wylie Residents on High Alert Due to Car Break-Ins

News Summary Residents of Lake Wylie, South Carolina, are grappling with a surge in car break-ins, culminating in 24 vehicles…

3 weeks ago
Duke Energy Foundation Allocates $500,000 in Grants for SCDuke Energy Foundation Allocates $500,000 in Grants for SC

Duke Energy Foundation Allocates $500,000 in Grants for SC

News Summary The Duke Energy Foundation has announced a $500,000 grant program to enhance disaster response efforts and support aging…

3 weeks ago
Table Rock Fire Continues to Threaten South Carolina CommunityTable Rock Fire Continues to Threaten South Carolina Community

Table Rock Fire Continues to Threaten South Carolina Community

News Summary The Table Rock Fire in Pickens County, South Carolina, is spreading rapidly, burning over 2,293 acres. With firefighting…

3 weeks ago
New Publix Super Market Coming to Powdersville PlazaNew Publix Super Market Coming to Powdersville Plaza

New Publix Super Market Coming to Powdersville Plaza

News Summary A new Publix Super Market is set to open in Powdersville Plaza, taking over the former Bi-Lo site.…

3 weeks ago