South Carolina News

Carolina Country Music Fest Canceled For 2020

One of the biggest tourist draws to South Carolina’s Atlantic coast is the latest to succumb to the coronavirus pandemic.

Financial Technology Company to Expand Headquarters, Adding 300 Jobs in Mecklenburg County

Retirement Clearinghouse, LLC (RCH), a leading national name in retirement plan services, will create 300 new jobs in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced today.

Silgan Containers Expanding Operations in Lancaster County

Silgan Containers, a leading manufacturer of metal food packaging, announced plans to expand operations in Lancaster County.

McMaster Wants Public Reporting Of Virus Cases In Schools

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is calling on the state health department to report any COVID-19 cases among students and staff in public schools.

AAA: Pump Prices Continue To Push Cheaper Across Carolinas

For the second straight week both North and South Carolina are among the nation’s top 10 least expensive markets with pump prices continuing to push cheaper.

5-Year-Old Injured After Shots Fired Into Home

Gunshots fired inside a Rock Hill home where five people were sleeping. A young child was injured, and police have no idea who would want to hurt this family.

Panthers Looking For More Out Of Top Receiver D.J. Moore

The Panthers want more out of third-year receiver D.J. Moore.

Police: 25-Year-Old Man Charged With Robbery Of Rock Hill 7-Eleven

Police say a 25-year-old man has been charged in connection to a robbery that happened at a Rock Hill 7-Eleven early Saturday morning.

SC Pardon Too Late For Chester City Councilman Kicked Out Of Office

A judge kicked a man convicted of a felony off a small town city council South Carolina, even though the man has been pardoned for his crimes.

South Carolina Troopers Investigate A Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash, Victim Identified

Troopers investigate a single-vehicle crash near the intersection of Brattonsville Road and Percival Road where one person died on August 9th at 2:20 a.m., according to a news release.

Strongest NC Earthquake in 100 Years Rocks Carolinas

The 5.1-magnitude quake was the strongest shock to hit the Carolinas since 1916 and could be felt as far away as Chicago.

Fort Mill School District Prepares for In-Person Classes

There are questions and concerns as students in Fort Mill, South Carolina prepare to head back to in-person classes.

Unemployment Claims Drop As Virus Cases Remain High In S.C.

New unemployment claims in South Carolina have dropped for the third week in a row, marking the lowest number of weekly claims filed since the pandemic began.

McCaffrey: I Should Be No. 1 Pick In Fantasy Football Drafts

Christian McCaffrey has left no doubt as to who he thinks should be the No. 1 pick in this year’s fantasy football drafts.

Tropic Storm Isaias Whips Up Eastern US, Killing At Least 7

At least seven people were killed as Tropical Storm Isaias battered the U.S. East Coast with rain and fierce winds after making landfall as a hurricane in North Carolina. Millions of people were without power on Wednesday after felled trees downed power lines.

Carowinds To Remain Closed For Remainder Of 2020 Due To COVID-19 Pandemic

Carowinds will remain closed for the rest of 2020 due to challenges surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. With the diminishing number of calendar days left in the 2020 operating season, as well as limited visibility from state and local officials as to when a park opening is possible, the decision has been made to remain closed.