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New firefighter recruits in South Carolina are mastering one of the toughest skills in their profession: rescuing a fellow firefighter wearing 75 pounds of gear. Horry County Fire Rescue shared a glimpse of their training that's preparing the next generation of heroes.
A quick-thinking good samaritan helped stop a scam targeting a vulnerable person in Richland County, South Carolina. Sheriff Leon Lott is holding a press conference to honor the citizen's intervention and discuss rising scam threats.
A quick-thinking stranger stepped in to protect a vulnerable person from falling victim to a scam in Richland County, South Carolina. Sheriff Leon Lott will honor the hero at a press conference highlighting how everyday citizens are fighting back against fraud.
Federal health experts are heading to South Carolina to help tackle a measles outbreak that's already affected nearly 1,000 people. The good news? Vaccination rates jumped 133% in the hardest-hit county last month.
Jack Smith didn't let kidney cancer bench him. The South Carolina athlete tackled treatment with the same competitive drive that made him a state champion, and now he's back on the pickleball court at 82.
When conflict erupted in Israel, South Carolina basketball coach Dawn Staley immediately mobilized to help three former players caught in the crisis zone. The players are safe and working on their journey home.
Nine counties in northeastern South Carolina attracted over $426 million in new industrial projects and created more than 400 jobs in 2025. The growth shows the Pee Dee region is becoming a magnet for businesses looking to expand and invest.
A country the size of South Carolina just rewrote Winter Olympics history. Norway claimed its 17th gold medal at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, breaking its own world record set just four years ago.
A fiber optic company just launched its charitable foundation with a $1 million gift to build a family services center in Duncan, South Carolina. The donation caps two decades of partnership between AFL and the Middle Tyger Community Center.
After two decades caring for heart surgery patients, Melissa Hill faced her own health crisis when diagnosed with stage one breast cancer. Now cancer-free, she's back in the operating room with a powerful message about early detection.
A stranded boater and his loyal dog were airlifted to safety after their sailboat crashed on rocks near South Carolina's Winyah Bay. Thanks to quick thinking and a working radio, both survived without serious injuries.
A South Carolina high school celebrated aspiring healthcare students with a White Coat Ceremony, traditionally reserved for medical school graduates. The inspiring event recognized students who dream of careers in medicine while honoring the teacher who helped them believe in their future.
A South Carolina high school wrestling team made history by winning their first state championship in a nail-biting 34-31 victory. The dramatic win came down to the final match, with Clover High defeating the team that had beaten them earlier in the season.
When freezing rain left Chris Brannon and his dog Mowgli shivering on the streets, the small town of St. George, South Carolina rallied with 70+ acts of generosity. In just days, they raised enough to shelter the pair for a week and restore hope for their future.
Electric vehicle maker Scout Motors is opening applications for its first assembly line workers at its new South Carolina plant, with jobs paying up to $37.50 per hour. No factory experience required.
A high school wrestling team that once couldn't get past the semifinals just captured its third consecutive state championship. Their coach almost quit during the rebuild, but stuck with it to create a dynasty.
Carvers Bay Middle School STEAM Academy in South Carolina just earned a prestigious national honor for transforming how students learn through hands-on science, tech, and arts programs. The recognition proves that innovative teaching can prepare every student to become a confident problem-solver.
A high-security breeding facility in South Carolina is keeping some of Earth's rarest turtle species alive while their wild habitats recover. More than half of all turtle species now face extinction, but this center offers them a fighting chance.
While a dangerous South Carolina snowstorm caused over 1,300 collisions, one man spent 10 hours pulling stuck drivers to safety. Perry Bradley's weekend rescue mission brought comfort to families trapped on icy roads.
Agatha Burgess cooked from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., five days a week, feeding anyone who walked through her door in Buffalo, South Carolina. A resurfaced 1983 clip shows her legendary generosity, and people can't stop sharing her wisdom.
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