USC students experience effects of drunk or high driving through “beer goggles”
Students at the University of South Carolina had a chance to experience the first hand effects that alcohol and marijuana have on driving.
Author: Lee Williams
USC President Michael Amiridis delivers “State of the University” address
“The assassination of Charlie Kirk on a university campus as well as other terrible events in recent months in different parts of our country are never justifiable in our society. As an academic community, we are obligated to continue the work of humanizing character, bridging our differences, and not permitting cruelty,” he says.
National Voter Registration Day — how to register for SC’s upcoming municipal elections
Over 3,000 nonpartisan events took place across America, including block parties, college fairs, and community drives.
Ticketing blitz expected for lawbreaking drivers during “Operation: Keep Us Safe”
Through “Operation: Keep Us Safe,” officers across the state have been informed to begin a ticketing “blitz” — and become vigilant in pulling people over for violating South Carolina’s “Move Over” and “Hands Free” laws.
Two shot at Redpoint apartment complex
Deputies say they responded to call around 2:20 a.m. for a shooting — finding a victim with gunshot wounds to the upper and lower body upon arrival.
UPDATE: OCSO says missing Orangeburg woman found safe
Anyone with information on Payne’s location is urged to call the Orangeburg County Communications Center at 803-534-3550.
9/11 Remembrance Foundation holds annual Lincoln St. ceremony
Held by the 9/11 Remembrance Foundation of South Carolina, the event also recognizes each of the 64 First Responders and military members who’ve died here at home since September 11, 2001.
Dunbar Funeral Home honors First Responders with cookout
Dunbar Funeral Home hosted an inaugural cookout Wednesday afternoon for First Responders, honoring the dedication and courage of our local heroes.
“In serious condition” — 3 troopers now struck by drivers in under a month
Master Trooper Wayne LaBounty was hit by a vehicle Tuesday morning while conducting a traffic stop near Augusta Road and Lost Branch Road.
SC’s 3rd measles case confirmed as vaccines face polarizing views by U.S. health officials
“It’s very contagious, it can remain in the air and be contagious up to two hours after somebody leaves the room, so it’s easy for someone to get it if you haven’t been vaccinated or haven’t had the disease,” says Buchanan.
