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Playground Safety Concerns

Hit-and-Run Incident Injures Multiple Individuals on Playground

July 15, 2025

News Summary A Sullivan’s Island man was arrested after a hit-and-run incident that left a parent and two children injured at a local playground. Justin Collin Adams faces serious charges,...

Justice served in South Carolina

Stephen Stanko Executed in South Carolina for Double Murder

July 15, 2025

News Summary Stephen Stanko, 57, was executed by lethal injection in South Carolina, marking the state’s sixth execution since resuming capital punishment. Stanko was convicted for the brutal murders of...

Fire Truck Accident Scene

Tragic Accident Involving Fire Truck Claims Life

July 15, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident occurred when a fire truck responding to a house fire collided with a sedan, resulting in the death of a 64-year-old woman. The fire truck...

South Carolina Wildfires

South Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency

July 15, 2025

News Summary South Carolina is grappling with over 175 wildfires, leading Governor Henry McMaster to declare a state of emergency. The fires, intensified by dry conditions and strong winds, have...

Lancaster County Shooting Investigation

Six Charged in Shooting Death of Woman in Lancaster County

July 14, 2025

News Summary Authorities in South Carolina have charged six individuals, including three juveniles, in connection with the murder of Larisha Sharell Thompson. The 40-year-old woman was found dead in her...

Bright Fireball Meteor Event

Meteor Fireball Captivates Southeastern United States

July 14, 2025

News Summary A vibrant fireball amazed residents across Georgia and neighboring states, with sightings reported from metro Atlanta to North Carolina. The event, lasting just moments, included loud booms and...

Otis Sheldon, the rescue dog, happily wagging its tail in a natural environment.

Heartwarming Rescue of Otis Sheldon in Beaufort County

July 14, 2025

News Summary A touching story unfolded in Beaufort County when Caylor Romines, Director of Land Stewardship, rescued a malnourished dog named Otis Sheldon. Found in a crate with a plea...

Residents of Hilton Head discussing concerns over the ICE program

Community Pushback Against Sheriff’s ICE Program in Hilton Head

July 14, 2025

News Summary In Hilton Head, SC, residents are voicing strong opposition to Sheriff P.J. Tanner’s plan to rejoin the ICE 287(g) program, raising concerns about racial profiling and trust issues...

Beachgoers enjoying Hilton Head Island with shark safety signs

Shark Attack Injures Woman on Hilton Head Island

July 14, 2025

News Summary A woman sustained injuries from a suspected shark attack on Hilton Head Island, as the area reports two attacks in less than a week. Emergency responders treated her...

BUSINESS

Emergency Response Enhancements

South Carolina Enhances Emergency Response with Verizon Partnership

July 15, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has announced a partnership with Verizon Business to boost the emergency response capabilities of the South Carolina Army National Guard (SCARNG). This new contract makes Verizon...

South Carolina Marine Terminal

South Carolina’s Private Marine Terminals Generate $6.5 Billion Economic Impact

July 15, 2025

News Summary A new study highlights the significant economic role of private marine terminals in South Carolina, contributing nearly $6.5 billion. The report indicates that terminals also generate about $99...

Interior of Munchies Late Night Cafe on Hilton Head Island.

Raphael Maleh Opens Munchies Late Night Cafe Bar and Grill

July 15, 2025

News Summary Raphael Maleh, a former addict, has opened Munchies Late Night Cafe Bar and Grill on Hilton Head Island to inspire change and provide late-night dining options. After overcoming...

JINYA Ramen Bar Charleston Interior

JINYA Ramen Bar Opens Second Location in Charleston, SC

July 14, 2025

News Summary JINYA Ramen Bar has opened its second location in South Carolina at 850 Morrison Drive, Suite 102 in Charleston. Located in the vibrant East Central neighborhood, this new...

Bar Scene in South Carolina

South Carolina Lawmakers Propose Changes to Liquor Liability Laws

July 14, 2025

News Summary In response to skyrocketing insurance rates putting local bars and restaurants at risk, South Carolina lawmakers are proposing changes to liquor liability laws. The proposed modification, led by...

North Carolina Skyline Business Growth

North Carolina Named Best State for Business Again

July 14, 2025

News Summary North Carolina has reclaimed the title of the best state for business, according to CNBC’s latest rankings, marking its third win in four years. The state impressed with...

UDT Technology Integration Center

UDT Opens New Technology Integration Center in South Carolina

July 14, 2025

News Summary United Data Technologies is launching a new Columbia Integration and Repair Center in Irmo, South Carolina. This facility aims to address the increasing technology demands of the Southeast...

Fishermen in Hilton Head waters with sharks visible

Shark Population Surge Challenges Hilton Head Fishermen

July 14, 2025

News Summary A significant increase in shark populations around Hilton Head Island is complicating local fishing efforts. As species like the sandbar shark rebound from years of overfishing, local fishermen...

Verizon SCARNG Wireless Communication

Verizon Partners with South Carolina Army National Guard

July 13, 2025

News Summary Verizon Business has secured a major contract with the South Carolina Army National Guard, becoming their primary wireless communications provider. This partnership will enhance connectivity for over 1,000...

Events/What's Happening

Interior of Munchies Late Night Cafe on Hilton Head Island.

Raphael Maleh Opens Munchies Late Night Cafe Bar and Grill

July 15, 2025

News Summary Raphael Maleh, a former addict, has opened Munchies Late Night Cafe Bar and Grill on Hilton Head Island to inspire change and provide late-night dining options. After overcoming...

Hilton Head Island beach restoration project in progress

Hilton Head Island Launches Beach Renourishment Project

July 15, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is embarking on a $47.5 million beach renourishment project beginning August 6. The initiative aims to restore eroded shorelines caused by storms. Overseeing...

Hilton Head Island beach construction with sand renourishment

Hilton Head Island Launches Major Beach Renourishment Project

July 15, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island is set to begin a $47.5 million beach renourishment project to combat erosion and enhance shoreline protection. Scheduled from August 2023 to May 2026, the...

Fishermen in Hilton Head waters with sharks visible

Shark Population Surge Challenges Hilton Head Fishermen

July 14, 2025

News Summary A significant increase in shark populations around Hilton Head Island is complicating local fishing efforts. As species like the sandbar shark rebound from years of overfishing, local fishermen...

Assortment of ice cream cones from various Hilton Head shops

Hilton Head Island Residents Invited to Vote for Best Ice Cream Shop

July 13, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island residents are invited to participate in a community poll to vote for their favorite local ice cream shop until July 17. The poll includes various...

Hilton Head Island beach construction with machinery and sand distribution.

Hilton Head Island Beach Renourishment Project Announced

July 12, 2025

News Summary The Town of Hilton Head has announced a $47.5 million beach renourishment project set to begin on August 6, 2024. The project aims to restore the island’s beaches,...

Construction of CS INSTRUMENTS headquarters in Bluffton SC

CS INSTRUMENTS Establishes North American Headquarters in Bluffton

July 10, 2025

News Summary CS INSTRUMENTS has announced its first North American headquarters in Bluffton, SC, involving a $3.6 million investment and the creation of 13 new jobs. The headquarters will focus...

Golf carts parked in designated areas on Hilton Head Island beach

New Golf Cart Regulations on Hilton Head Island

July 10, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island has implemented new regulations for golf carts in beach parking areas. Golf carts are allowed but must adhere to safety rules similar to regular vehicles....

Golf tournament at Harbour Town Golf Links with players in action.

2025 RBC Heritage Kicks Off in Hilton Head Island

July 10, 2025

News Summary The 2025 RBC Heritage has begun on Hilton Head Island, featuring 72 elite PGA TOUR players competing for a total purse of $20 million. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler...

CRIME

Playground Safety Concerns

Hit-and-Run Incident Injures Multiple Individuals on Playground

July 15, 2025

News Summary A Sullivan’s Island man was arrested after a hit-and-run incident that left a parent and two children injured at a local playground. Justin Collin Adams faces serious charges,...

Justice served in South Carolina

Stephen Stanko Executed in South Carolina for Double Murder

July 15, 2025

News Summary Stephen Stanko, 57, was executed by lethal injection in South Carolina, marking the state’s sixth execution since resuming capital punishment. Stanko was convicted for the brutal murders of...

Lancaster County Shooting Investigation

Six Charged in Shooting Death of Woman in Lancaster County

July 14, 2025

News Summary Authorities in South Carolina have charged six individuals, including three juveniles, in connection with the murder of Larisha Sharell Thompson. The 40-year-old woman was found dead in her...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Conducts First Firing Squad Execution

July 13, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the first use of this method since it was legalized in 2021. Sigmon’s execution has sparked controversy...

Highway Accident Response

Tragic Week of Fatal Accidents in South Carolina

July 13, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has faced a tragic week marked by multiple deadly accidents on its highways, prompting investigations by the South Carolina Highway Patrol. An 18-year-old driver from Florida...

South Carolina Protests

South Carolina Prepares for Protests Amid Nationwide Tensions

July 12, 2025

News Summary Officials in South Carolina are readying for protests scheduled to coincide with Flag Day and President Trump’s birthday. Attorney General Alan Wilson warns against violence or attacks on...

Parking lot scene with a black Volkswagen in a dimly lit area.

Woman Assaulted in Bluffton Parking Lot

July 12, 2025

News Summary A 28-year-old woman was assaulted in a Bluffton parking lot after being followed by a suspect in a black Volkswagen. The suspect forcibly tried to pull her from...

Courtroom Scene of Executions

South Carolina Executes Inmate by Firing Squad

July 11, 2025

News Summary South Carolina executed inmate Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, marking the second use of this method in a short span. Witnesses reported that Mahdi cried out before dying....

Chester County Shooting Scene

Shooting Incidents in Chester County Leave One Dead

July 11, 2025

News Summary Two separate shooting incidents in Chester County resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The suspect, Ronrico Lamont McCullough Jr., was apprehended soon after the events. Law enforcement...

POLITICS

Residents of Hilton Head discussing concerns over the ICE program

Community Pushback Against Sheriff’s ICE Program in Hilton Head

July 14, 2025

News Summary In Hilton Head, SC, residents are voicing strong opposition to Sheriff P.J. Tanner’s plan to rejoin the ICE 287(g) program, raising concerns about racial profiling and trust issues...

South Carolina Protests

South Carolina Prepares for Protests Amid Nationwide Tensions

July 12, 2025

News Summary Officials in South Carolina are readying for protests scheduled to coincide with Flag Day and President Trump’s birthday. Attorney General Alan Wilson warns against violence or attacks on...

Community meeting discussing safety concerns in Beaufort County.

Beaufort County Councilwoman Files Complaint Over Safety Concerns

July 11, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County Councilwoman Paula Brown has reported local law enforcement after a pamphlet circulated during a community event revealed council members’ home addresses. Brown, who has faced threats...

Historical depiction of Hilton Head Island during the Revolutionary War

Hilton Head Island’s Overlooked Role in the Revolutionary War

July 6, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island played a significant yet often overlooked role during the Revolutionary War with localized conflicts as patriot families clashed with loyalist neighbors. The island experienced raids,...

Traffic at a busy intersection in Beaufort County with infrastructure improvements underway

Beaufort County Seizes Federal Grant Opportunity for Infrastructure

June 28, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County announced a federal grant opportunity that could revive the six-lane U.S. 278 corridor project amidst rising traffic concerns. The potential grant of up to $200 million...

Alan Wilson Campaign Launch

Alan Wilson Announces Gubernatorial Candidacy

June 26, 2025

News Summary Alan Wilson, South Carolina’s Attorney General, has announced his candidacy for governor in the upcoming race. His campaign will focus on conservative values, economic issues, and governmental efficiency....

Alan Wilson Gubernatorial Campaign Launch

Alan Wilson Announces Gubernatorial Candidacy in South Carolina

June 25, 2025

News Summary Alan Wilson, the four-term Republican attorney general of South Carolina, has launched his candidacy for the state’s gubernatorial race in 2026. His campaign focuses on conservative values, aiming...

South Carolina Rally Announcement

Alan Wilson Announces Gubernatorial Campaign in South Carolina

June 21, 2025

News Summary Alan Wilson, the attorney general of South Carolina, is set to launch his campaign for the gubernatorial race in a rally. His announcement comes as multiple Republican candidates...

Alan Wilson Campaign Rally

Alan Wilson Announces Gubernatorial Run in South Carolina

June 19, 2025

News Summary South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has officially declared his candidacy for the governor’s race in South Carolina’s 2026 elections. Wilson, a four-term attorney general and strong supporter...

SPORTS

Golf tournament at Harbour Town Golf Links with players in action.

2025 RBC Heritage Kicks Off in Hilton Head Island

July 10, 2025

News Summary The 2025 RBC Heritage has begun on Hilton Head Island, featuring 72 elite PGA TOUR players competing for a total purse of $20 million. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler...

Football Field with Sunset

Landon Duckworth to Announce College Decision Soon

July 7, 2025

News Summary Landon Duckworth, a four-star quarterback from Alabama, is set to announce his college commitment on July 18. After narrowing his choices to South Carolina and Auburn, Duckworth’s decision...

Umpire at Softball Game

Local Umpire Dies from Heat Stroke at Softball Tournament

July 5, 2025

News Summary Mitchell Huggins, a dedicated umpire, collapsed and died from heat stroke while officiating a softball game in South Carolina. Concerns about extreme heat were voiced before the incident....

Landon Duckworth College Commitment

Landon Duckworth Set to Announce College Commitment

July 5, 2025

News Summary Four-star quarterback Landon Duckworth is poised to announce his college commitment, with South Carolina and Auburn as the leading contenders. After an impressive junior season, Duckworth has caught...

College Football Recruitment

Landon Duckworth Set to Announce College Decision

July 4, 2025

News Summary Four-star quarterback Landon Duckworth from Jackson, Alabama, is poised to announce his college choice soon, narrowing it down to South Carolina and Auburn. Duckworth previously committed to South...

Community Remembers Umpire

Community Mourns Loss of Beloved Umpire Due to Heat Stroke

July 2, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina community is grieving the untimely death of Mitchell Huggins, a 61-year-old umpire who died from heat stroke while officiating a softball tournament. Huggins collapsed during...

Youth Softball Game Under Extreme Heat

Tragic Heat Stroke Incident Claims Umpire’s Life

June 28, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident at a youth softball tournament in Sumter County resulted in the death of 61-year-old umpire Mitchell Huggins, who succumbed to heat stroke. Huggins collapsed on...

Dawn Staley Coaching Success

Dawn Staley Signs Record Extension with South Carolina

June 23, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team, has signed a groundbreaking contract extension, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball history. The...

Statue Unveiling for Women's Basketball Coach

Dawn Staley Signs Historic Contract Extension with Gamecocks

June 11, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley has signed a trailblazing $25.25 million contract extension, solidifying her position as the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball. The extension keeps her with the South Carolina...

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