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ABC’s of Education: Benedict College upgrades campus facilities

Jun 23, 2023 1:50 AM EDT

ABC Columbia Staff,

One of South Carolina’s eight HBCU’s is making some major upgrades to their Columbia campus. Benedict College has plans to improve the look and functionality of the facility just in time for an incoming freshman class.

Orangeburg man accused of Ill Treatment of Animals

Jun 22, 2023 10:55 PM EDT

ABC Columbia Staff,

An Orangeburg County man is behind bars tonight accused of Ill Treatment of Animals in general torture, and Animal fighting. Deputies say they were called to Woods Street after a complaint of one dog attacking another canine.

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Victor Wembanyama is the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, with expectations of stardom

Jun 22, 2023 8:44 PM EDT

Associated Press,

Victor Wembanyama is the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, headed to San Antonio with enormous expectations to become basketball’s newest sensation.

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Fire assoc. makes allegations against Columbia fire chief, City officials respond

Jun 22, 2023 7:32 PM EDT

Lee Williams,

New allegations were made regarding Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins and his department’s response following the tragic death of firefighter James Muller last month.

Midlands Man Dies After Attempting To Rescue Grandson At Pawley's Island

SC man dies after attempting to rescue grandson at Pawleys Island

Jun 22, 2023 6:28 PM EDT

Jessica Mejia,

A Midlands family is grieving tonight after a man died while trying to rescue his grandson from the ocean in Pawley’s Island.

Sumter Police: Dogs Abandoned At Dillon Park

Sumter Police: Dogs abandoned at Dillon Park

Jun 22, 2023 6:27 PM EDT

Jessica Mejia,

Sumter Police are looking for answer after dogs were found abandoned yesterday morning.

World’s Most Expensive Home For Sale In Los Angeles

World’s most expensive home for sale in Los Angeles

Jun 22, 2023 6:00 PM EDT

CNN,

If you’re in the housing market, there’s one in California for sale for a mere $250 million.

Cocoa Prices Soaring Due To Crop Disease, Weather

Cocoa prices soaring due to crop disease, weather

Jun 22, 2023 5:56 PM EDT

CNN,

Some bitter news for chocolate lovers.

Hurd Announces Candidacy Seeking Gop Nomination

Former Congressman Will Hurd announces candidacy seeking GOP nomination

Jun 22, 2023 5:53 PM EDT

CNN,

Former Congressman Will Hurd has launched a bid for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination.

Rsv Vaccine For Seniors This Fall: Cdc

CDC: RSV vaccine for seniors expected this fall

Jun 22, 2023 5:50 PM EDT

CNN,

The U.S. could have its first RSV vaccine for older Americans by this fall.