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SC residents 70 and up can schedule COVID vaccine appointments Wednesday. Here’s how
The age cutoff was chosen based on the state’s COVID-19 mortality rate, which is approximately 655 deaths per 100,000 people for those age 70 and older, but only 37 deaths per 100,000 for those under 70, according to DHEC.
Covid-19 Live Updates: In 5 U.S. States, Crushing Numbers and Hospitals at Capacity
Major coronavirus outbreaks are no longer confined to one part of the United States. Students in Chicago return to classrooms today.
Prison workers union calls for action on COVID-19 outbreak at FCI Williamsburg
The president of a union representing employees of a federal prison in Williamsburg County is accusing the facility’s leadership of making a decision that led to skyrocketing COVID-19 cases behind bars.
SC reports 3,667 new COVID-19 cases, percent-positive over 28%
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported 3,667 confirmed and 80 probable new cases of COVID-19 Sunday. DHEC reported 48 new confirmed deaths and five probable deaths. This brings the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Carolina....
Williamsburg County elects new coroner for first time in 44 years
For the first time in 44 years, Williamsburg County has a new coroner. Ivori Henryhand is now leading the office. She is also the first woman coroner to be elected in the county. She was elected in November and sworn in last Saturday. She said her goals are to provide improved transportation and sto...
Workforce event to be held at Williamsburg Tech
LAKE CITY, S.C. — Williamsburg Technical College is hosting “Be Pro Be Proud SC” on its campus Jan. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
South Carolina reports 2,285 new daily COVID-19, total cases surpass 300K
The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Palmetto State now stands at more than 300,000.
SC Department of Transportation pays thousands to Kingstree family after accident
Back in November of 2016, Atonya McFadden was driving on Highway 521 near Andrews when a pine tree came crashing down on her SUV while she was driving.
Coronavirus going from bad to worse in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. – On a day when Greenville County reported 429 confirmed coronavirus cases and Spartanburg County reported 16 confirmed deaths, more signs of the pandemic worsening in South Carolina
Share of COVID-19 positive tests spike day after Christmas in South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced Monday, Dec. 28, the following COVID-19 updates as of Dec. 26.
DHEC: 3,111 new cases, 74 more deaths announced in SC Saturday
This brings the total number of people with confirmed cases since the outbreak began to 253,034 and confirmed deaths to 4,566.
COVID-19 cases increasing at Williamsburg County federal prison
Federal Correctional Institution Williamsburg now has 24 confirmed active coronavirus cases among inmates and eight cases among employees.
It’s almost another single-day high of coronavirus cases in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A near-record 3,599 new confirmed coronavirus cases were reported Wednesday in South Carolina.
Coronavirus in the U.S.: Latest Map and Case Count
A detailed county map shows the extent of the coronavirus outbreak, with tables of the number of cases by county.
State program helps new homeowners in South Carolina with down payments
If you are looking to buy a home for the first time in South Carolina, a state program might be able to help you with your down payment. These historically low-interest rates are inspiring some people to become a homeowner for the first time in their lives. TRENDING:Collect your gas receipt to offse...
How Full Are Hospital I.C.U.s Near You?
See how many Covid-19 patients are being treated, and how many I.C.U. beds remain available, at individual U.S. hospitals.
Former Williamsburg County detention officer charged with misconduct over sexual relationship
WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – A former detention officer in Williamsburg County has been charged with having a sexual relationship with an inmate. Officials with the South Carolina Law Enforce…
1,226 new coronavirus cases reported in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 1,226 new confirmed cases Wednesday and 94 additional probable cases.
22-year-old charged in deadly double shooting
The Williamsburg County Sheriff’s Office says a 22-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that killed two in early October.
City of Lake City, SC
Lake City is a very special place, though Ms. Yamekia Robinson ran against Mayor Lovith Anderson and did not win the race, she congratulated the Mayor and the two have vowed to work together to make Lake City a better place to live! The nation can learn from little Lake City South Carolina! #winning #welldone #communitybuilding #cleanrace
Don’t forget our 9pm routine Lake City post up!
Moderna's coronavirus vaccine is 94.5% effective, according to company data
The Moderna vaccine is 94.5% effective against coronavirus, according to early data released Monday by the company, making it the second vaccine in the United States to have a stunningly high success rate.
Town of Kingstree
Kingstree residents-The trash truck has some problems this morning and will be running a few hours behind today.
Lottery ticket sold in Kingstree nets player $300K
Here's a great way to start the week! South Carolina lottery officials said Monday that a player won $300,000 off a ticket sold in Kingstree. The ticket was bought at the Sav Way at 400 N. Longstreet Street. The winningPalmetto Cash 5 ticket matched all the numbers drawn on Saturday, The player also...
No injuries after blaze engulfs home in Williamsburg County
A home was deemed a total loss after firefighters spent 3. 5 hours extinguishing a blaze in Williamsburg County. Williamsburg County Fire Department said they received a call for a residential fire around 6:15 a. m. on Friday morning on Jane Harvin Road near Lane. A two-story home was fully engulfed...
Two women sue North Myrtle Beach resort after they say they were bitten by bed bugs
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) — Two women filed a lawsuit Monday against a North Myrtle Beach resort claiming that they were bitten by bed bugs during a stay. Kassidy and Kenzie Elmore, who l…
Crews battle structure fire at the Williamsburg County Recycling Center
WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Fire crews are responding to a commercial structure fire at the Williamsburg County Recycling Center in Salters. According to William Horton with the Williamsburg…
About 20% of grocery store workers had Covid-19, and most didn't have symptoms, study found
Grocery store work puts employees at serious risk for infection, a new study found, particularly those who have to interact with customers.
Kingstree department store damaged by fire
KINGSTREE, S.C. -- A department store just north of Kingstree was damaged by fire but saved from destruction by its sprinkler system.
More than half of SC’s preschool students aren’t ready for kindergarten
The Carolina Family Engagement Center has released six new booklets that focus on preparing a child for kindergarten.
South Carolina health officials give latest COVID-19 update (October 21, 2020)
South Carolina health officials release latest coronavirus cases, deaths
Williamsburg deputies searching for man accused of two deaths in Kingstree
The Williamsburg County Sheriff's Office is searching for a man wanted in relation to the deaths of two people in Kingstree. Marquise Devonte Franklin is accused of a double fatal shooting at LaNue Floyd Village in Kingstree on Oct. 3. Deputies say he is considered to be armed and dangerous, advisin...
Deputies: Man facing 8 counts of attempted murder after shooting at Kingstree club
A man is facing several serious charges, including eight counts of attempted murder, after shots rang out at a Kingstree nightclub on Saturday night. According to the Williamsburg County Sheriff's Office, 34-year-old Adrian McCrea was apprehended following the incident. Officials said that they resp...
Only two coronavirus deaths reported Sunday in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Not only were no new coronavirus deaths in the Pee Dee announced Sunday by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, but only two deaths
American Airlines postpones resuming Florence flights until December
FLORENCE, S.C. − American Airlines announced Wednesday that it is postponing plans to return flight schedules to the Florence Regional Airport for another month.
Atlanta exotic dancers' 'Get Your Booty to the Poll' PSA grabs attention
Angela Barnes knows that the public service announcement she directed with a group of Atlanta exotic dancers urging people to vote is stirring conversation, but she wonders why she had to come up with the idea.
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