Bishopville PD reports two senior citizens were murdered, before lone suspect set houses on fire
According to Bishopville Police Chief J.D. Dellinger, two victims that were found dead in separate house fires did not die from those fires.
Author: Lee Williams
Blue Marlin Chef, Columbia firefighters save employee experiencing cardiac arrest
Columbia firefighters and staff from Blue Marlin Restaurant in the Vista were recognized Thursday morning for saving the life of an employee that went into cardiac arrest.
Prisma Health doctors gather for “Black Men and Women in White Coats” event
The gathering was called “Black men and women in white coats.” Black doctors, medical residents, and staff met to encourage everyone in the community to make health everyone’s top priority.
“Good Morning America” holds bone marrow drive honoring Robin Roberts, USC participates in live broadcast
USC’s cheerleaders, dance squad, band, and Cocky took part in Good Morning America’s live broadcast this morning — alongside the events host called “Be The Match.”
Prisma Health Children’s Hospital receives $1.2 million from non-profit to help end childhood cancer
On Monday morning, the Owens’ organization presented a check to Prisma Health Children’s Hospital for$240,000 — fulfilling their endowment pledge to the hospital for $1.2 million.
Three gorillas at Riverbanks Zoo receive ultrasound exams for heart issues
February is American Heart Month. The month is a great reminder for people to check on their cardiovascular health. But it’s not just humans that need to worry about their hearts. Three gorillas at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden have heart issues of their own.
SCEMD holds disaster preparedness seminar for SC military installations
Representatives from multiple military branches met at the South Carolina Emergency Management Division on Thursday for a disaster preparedness seminar.
Legislators test drive electric vehicles at State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — South Carolina Senators Scott Talley and Marlon Kimpson, as well as Representatives Bobby Cox and Deon Tedder hosted an “Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Event” at the State House. Other legislators and staff were encouraged to come by and take one of three electric vehicles for a test drive. Tedder says it’s not every day that…
Lexington Medical Center holds “Therapy Dog Stress Break”
According to the American Heart Association, having a dog around may help reduce a person’s risk for cardiovascular disease, provide them with lower blood pressure, and keep them more physically active.
DHEC’s annual report shows 25% increase in SC drug overdose deaths
Two websites offer help and resources for people suffering from drug abuse
Director of Public Health with DHEC, Dr. Brannon Traxler, says the 2021 data shows the total number of drug overdose deaths increased by more than 25% from 2020 to 2021.
