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Teen Arrested in Connection with Fatal Chester County Shootings
News Summary In Chester County, South Carolina, an 18-year-old has been arrested following two shootings that resulted in one death and two injuries. The suspect,...
Significant Wildfire Activity in South Carolina
News Summary South Carolina is currently facing severe wildfire activity, particularly with the Carolina Forest wildfire spanning over 2,059 acres and only 30% contained. Eight...
Dawn Staley Signs Record-Setting Contract Extension
News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team, has signed a record contract extension that makes her the highest-paid...
Michelin Celebrates 50 Years of Economic Impact in South Carolina
News Summary Michelin North America Inc. marks its 50th anniversary in South Carolina, having contributed $266 billion to the local economy since 1974. The celebration...
AIRSYS Cooling Technologies Expands to Spartanburg County
News Summary AIRSYS Cooling Technologies is expanding its operations with a $40 million investment in a new global headquarters in Woodruff, Spartanburg County. This development...
Boeing Announces Layoffs at North Charleston Facility
News Summary Boeing plans to lay off around 220 employees at its North Charleston, South Carolina facility as part of a global effort to reduce...
Duke Energy’s Vision for South Carolina’s Energy Future
News Summary Duke Energy, under the leadership of its new president Tim Pearson, is outlining a comprehensive vision for South Carolina’s energy future. The company...
Southeast Faces Major Flooding Threat as Atmospheric River Hits
News Summary The Southeast is bracing for severe weather as an atmospheric river brings heavy rain and storm chances across Florida to the Carolinas. With...
USDA Suspends Imports of Cattle, Horses, and Bison Due to New World Screwworm
News Summary In response to the New World Screwworm outbreak in Mexico, the USDA has temporarily halted the importation of live cattle, horses, and bison...
Aiken’s Annual Beach Blast Brings Community Together
News Summary The annual Beach Blast in Aiken, South Carolina, attracted hundreds on May 9, 2025, featuring live music from the Swingin’ Medallions and a...