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Comedian Mike Goodwin talks about his upcoming visit to the Midlands during his comedy tour.

Comedian talks about his upcoming visit to the Midlands

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By WIS News 10 Staff
After a hard week, we could all use a laugh!

Community

Officials said the trail will be filled with water soon and will be accessible from the Old...

Old Mill Pond trail expected to be completed in 2024

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero
A one-mile-long trail on Old Mill Pond is coming along and is expected to be completed in 2024.

Community

This adorable trio came to us as very small babies with severe upper respiratory infections and...

Furry Friend Friday - Crystal, McHenry and Rockford

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Crystal, McHenry and Rockford are three 5-month-old kittens up for adoption at Pawmetto Lifeline! They are Pawmetto Lifeline’s first-ever bonded trio.

Community

A woman who survived a house fire last year has just celebrated her 80th birthday.

80-year-old celebrates birthday a year and half after surviving house fire

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 7:55 PM EDT
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By Kristina Thacker
A woman who survived a house fire last year has just celebrated her 80th birthday.

Community

Officials with the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office posted the encounter on their Facebook page...

Newberry County sheriff attends 107-year-old woman’s birthday celebration

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 8:54 AM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero
Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster attended the birthday celebration of a woman turning more than a century old.

Community

For Newberry College’s Assistant Track and Field Coach, Anthony Washington…life began with a...

How a second chance changed this mentor’s path

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 7:48 PM EDT
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By Kristina Thacker
For Newberry College’s Assistant Track and Field Coach, Anthony Washington…life began with a love of sports.

Awareness

Billie Jean Shaw hosts a special episode highlighting a renewed push to make the CROWN Act law...

Awareness: Group pushes to end race-based hair discrimination in SC through the CROWN Act

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:08 AM EDT
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By Billie Jean Shaw
This week on Awareness, Billie Jean Shaw hosted a special episode highlighting a renewed push for the CROWN Act law in South Carolina.

Community

5-year-old Joann Dehardt, of Prosperity, is serving up food hot off the grill at her new hot...

‘It’s a joy to come to work’: 85-year-old woman starts hot dog stand in Prosperity

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 9:56 AM EDT
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By Jordyn Markhoff
It’s never too late to start something new.

Community

You may not think a granola bar or a sack lunch can bring hope.

“Treat Trolley” offers meals and hope to families at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 8:41 PM EDT
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By Greg Adaline
You may not think a granola bar or a sack lunch can bring hope.

Midlands News

Push For Crown Act

Push for the CROWN Act in the Midlands

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:32 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Today is World Afro Day which is a day to celebrate natural hair and styles that are unique to black culture.
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Midlands News

Disney star hosting teen safe showcase at Lexington County school

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:12 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
This weekend the teen-safe back-to-school music concert showcase is happening at White Knoll High School.

Community

Kershaw County Farmers Market up for America’s Favorite Farmers Market contest

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 2:50 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Tran-Ozuna
The Kershaw County Farmers Market (KCFM) is up for the America’s Favorite Farmers Market contest.

News

Meeting Street Music Fest coming to West Columbia

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 12:27 PM EDT
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By Intisar Faulkner and Jamal Goss
It’s going to be a busy weekend here in Columbia. One of the many events happening is the West Columbia Music Fest on Meeting Street.

Community

Furry Friend Friday: Olivia

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 7:13 AM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Olivia is a 6-month-old Hound mix puppy up for adoption at Pawmetto Lifeline.

Community

City of Columbia Breaks Ground on Finlay Park

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 1:19 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
Finlay Park, known as the crown jewel plans to revitalize the park within the next two years.

Community

Sign up for Champions for Children to help at-risk children

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 8:13 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
Now is the time to make sure you get your name on the list for a tee time at the upcoming Champions for Children Golf Tournament. Numerous at-risk children are helped through the day on the links.

Community

Highlighting Breast cancer survivors around the Midlands

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 6:12 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
WIS is continuing to highlight the stories of breast cancer survivors across the Midlands ahead of next month’s Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon and 5K.

Community

USC’s Carolina Band Invited to 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 1:54 PM EDT
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By Intisar Faulkner
New York City will be painted in garnet and black next year. The USC Carolina Band was invited to participate in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Community

Blue Marlin’s head chef recognized for life saving act

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 7:56 AM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero
After saving the life of a kitchen employee in January, a head chef was recognized Monday for the act.

Midlands News

Tunnel to Towers Foundation announces to help family of fallen Irmo firefighter James Muller financially

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 11:30 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
During the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run and Walk, the foundation made the announcement to go above and beyond for the family of fallen Irmo firefighter James Muller.

Community

It’s Greek to me and that means a lot of yum, yum!

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 1:37 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
Baklava, spanakopita, and Grecian cheese steak are just some of the many food choices at the upcoming Greek Festival in Columbia.

Midlands News

Discount admission tickets for South Carolina State Fair go on sale

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 12:57 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Tran-Ozuna
Discount admission tickets up to 50% off are on sale for the South Carolina State Fair that returns to Columbia Oct. 11 to 22 for its 154th year.

Midlands News

USC honors three alumni who began the future of diversity at university, celebrates 60 years of desegregation

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 11:27 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Rigby
The University of South Carolina celebrated the 60th anniversary of the school being desegregated on Sept. 11.

Midlands News

Richland County deputies trade citations for compassion through yard work

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 5:41 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Sometimes all you need is a little helping hand and that’s exactly what the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) gave to a local woman when she needed it most — especially when the cause hits this close to home.

Community

9/11 Remembrance Foundation of South Carolina honors Midlands service members and first responders

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 7:49 AM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero and Chris Joseph
Monday marked the 22nd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001.

Community

S.C. State University football coach Buddy Pough & staff honored by Florence County school district high school for act of kindness

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 7:37 PM EDT
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By Marcus Flowers
South Carolina State University (SCSU) football head coach Buddy Pough and his staff were honored by a high school for their act of kindness after a tragedy.

Community

Tunnel to Towers Foundation to pay mortgage off for the family of fallen Irmo firefighter James Muller

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 6:33 PM EDT
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By Marcus Flowers
Ahead of the 2023 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Columbia, the Tunnel 2 Towers (T2T) Foundation made an announcement that will go above and beyond for the family of a fallen Irmo Fire District firefighter.

Community

Soda City Live: Fort Jackson’s 5K run/walk for the fallen

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 2:44 PM EDT
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By Steven Fulton and Marcus Flowers
The 5K Run/Walk for the Fallen honors the service of Soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice for this country.

News

Furry Friend Friday - Dan

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 6:43 AM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Dan (aka Lieutenant Dan) is a 2-year-old cat up for adoption at Pawmetto Lifeline.

Education

Two Midlands schools receive grants for on-campus gardens

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 10:21 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Rigby
Two Lexington-Richland School District Five schools have received garden grants.

Community

How to successfully run or walk the Tunnel to Towers 5k

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 6:27 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
Tomorrow, patriotism will be in full force in the streets of downtown Columbia for the Tunnel to Towers 5K run and walk.

Community

Rock 4 Recovery hits the stage later this month

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 1:40 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
Put September 29th on your calendar for a musical night out.

Midlands News

Cancer survivor gives back to community

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 5:58 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
WIS is continuing to highlight the journeys of people across the Midlands who have experienced or are currently experiencing breast cancer.

Community

5th Annual Small Business Conference in Columbia

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 1:25 PM EDT
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By Intisar Faulkner
Are you a small business owner looking to expand or grow your business? Well you’re in luck! The 5th Annual Small Business Conference, hosted by the Office of Small Business Opportunity, is happening next week

Community

You’re invited to the silent auction to benefit Toby’s Place

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 1:53 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
This Friday, you’re invited to the silent auction portion of a golf tournament fundraiser.

Community

Richland School District One to hold parent pep rally

Updated: Sep. 4, 2023 at 11:19 AM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero
Richland One parents will have one last chance to kick off the school year during Parent Pep Rallies hosted by the district.

News

Former Orangburg County School District board member dies

Updated: Sep. 3, 2023 at 11:46 AM EDT
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By Marcus Flowers
Dedicated educator and Orangburtg County school board member Peggy James-Tyler passed away.

Midlands News

Furry Friend Friday: Maury

Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 6:40 AM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Maury is a 1-year-old Terrier mix up for adoption at Pawmetto Lifeline.

Community

Planting your cold crops in hot temps

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 1:09 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
Get ready to be green. Collards, cabbage, lettuce, broccoli, Swiss chard, and more. All are fall crops that like cool or cold weather. They suffer when the temperatures are toasty warm as they still are.

First Alert Hurricane Center

Federal Communications Commission gives tips to prepare for power outages

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 3:45 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
The Federal Communications Commission provides information online to help people communicate before, during and after severe weather and other emergencies.

Community

Wearables 4 Kids study at USC

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 5:14 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
There’s an effort underway to combat childhood obesity, a major public health challenge that affects one of every five children.

Community

Talkin’ Trash Tuesday: Community cleanup in the Woodfield neighborhood

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 4:56 PM EDT
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By Dawndy Mercer Plank
In today’s Talkin’ Trash Tuesday, a shoutout to Serve & Connect which hosted a community clean-up day in Columbia’s Woodfield neighborhood.

Community

GoFundMe established in honor of USC student shot and killed

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 9:53 AM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero
A GoFundMe has been established in honor of the 20-year-old University of South Carolina student shot and killed after trying to enter the wrong home.

Midlands News

Early dismissals and closures around the Midlands due to Tropical Storm Idalia

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 4:42 PM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
The Midlands could see impacts from Hurricane Idalia this week. Here’s the schedule changes you can expect to see.

Midlands News

Manning High School prepares to become shelter ahead of Hurricane Idalia

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Tran-Ozuna
Manning High School is being prepared to become a shelter as the Midlands could see impacts from Hurricane Idalia this week.

Community

“No matter what race you are, you are here:” Cultural celebration at Main Street Latin Festival

Updated: Aug. 27, 2023 at 1:25 PM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla-Guerrero
Main Street Columbia was filled with thousands of South Carolinians in celebration of Hispanic culture.

Community

“United as one” Chapin High School hosts vigil for Tre Ruff

Updated: Aug. 25, 2023 at 7:19 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
A Chapin High School senior was honored on Thursday evening with a vigil at Chapin High School. The Chapin community along with Chapin high school students faculty and staff gathered to pay respects for Fabian “Tre” Ruff.

Community

Furry Friend Friday - Carol

Updated: Aug. 25, 2023 at 6:30 AM EDT
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By WIS News 10 Staff
Carol is a 1-year-old long-haired tabby kitty up for adoption at Pawmetto Lifeline

Midlands News

Miss South Carolina 2023 receives key to Columbia

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 11:22 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Rigby
August 15 is now known as Jada Samuel’s Day.

Midlands News

COMET bus service helps riders beat the summer heat

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 5:15 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Rigby
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (COMET) is helping riders stay hydrated during the summer heat.
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