South Carolina governor’s race promises crowded GOP primary

COLUMBIA, S.C. - More than a year out from the 2026 gubernatorial election, three Republicans have already announced their candidacy and more are likely on the way. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette announced her intention to run for the state’s highest...

Gov. Andy Beshear pitches his vision for Democrats in tour across South Carolina

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has been dropping hints — in both actions and words — that a 2028 presidential run is on his mind. From a ramped up national media presence to a podcast where guests actively encourage him to run to his new role as the...

This Florida beach destination was just named the best in the U.S.

Looking for the ultimate summer beach escape? According to Vrbo’s 2025 Top Beach Towns for Summer Vacations, the best spot in the country isn’t a single town, but rather a stretch of beautiful communities along Florida’s scenic Highway 30A. This...

Dr. Nicholas Hale Appointed to Medical Staff at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center

Nicholas Hale, D.O. was recently appointed to the active medical staff at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center. He is seeing patients in the Emergency Department. Dr. Hale is a graduate of Jasper High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in...

South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette launches 2026 gubernatorial bid, touts Trump ties

Shane Beamer explains why he still sees South Carolina as an underdog

South Carolina enjoyed its best season yet under head coach Shane Beamer in 2024. Many expect the Gamecocks to enjoy similar success this fall, but they aren’t exactly being looked at as an elite team in the SEC. Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer...

South Carolina doing ‘the best job in the country retaining talent’

In the modern world of college sports, money seems to always be a major point of conversation. Those conversations are now slightly more transparent–but only slightly–thanks to new revenue-sharing rules. Attempting to better understand which...

The Creative Minds Behind ‘King of the Hill’ on Modern Texas and the Same Old Hank

This story is part of “The Hills Are Alive,” a tribute to King of the Hill that appears in Texas Monthly’s August issue. Read why the animated series is the most significant work of Texan culture in thirty years, and learn what’s new in Arlen....

Four-star WR Somourian Wingo locks in with Miami over Florida and South Carolina

Wide receiver Somourian Wingo from St. Augustine, Florida, had his options. In fact, he had well over 30 offers from all over the country. Ultimately, though, Wingo's recruitment came down to three schools: Miami, Florida and South Carolina. All...

South Carolina teacher makes shocking revelation as she appears in court charged with molesting boy when he was 14

A South Carolina teacher accused of molesting a boy when he was 14 smirked as she revealed in court that she is now pregnant. Nicole Ballew Callaham, 33, voluntarily turned herself into the Anderson County Detention Center on Thursday for...

South Carolina Protester Brittany Martin Appeals Her Conviction to U.S. Supreme Court

COLUMBIA, S.C. — A South Carolina woman who received a 4-year prison sentence for participating in a Black Lives Matter protest during the summer of 2020 is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review her case. Brittany Martin is a Black woman,...

South Carolina gets plenty of positive press at SEC Media Days

The perception of Gamecock football is that it has the ingredients of a program poised to continue its successful run under head coach Shane Beamer. ATLANTA — A nine-win season from a year ago and a Heisman Trophy candidate at quarterback are just...

South Carolina’s Shane Beamer talks playoff expansion, 8 vs. 9 SEC games

South Carolina narrowly missed the College Football Playoff a year ago, so perhaps Shane Beamer is biased. Whatever the reason, Beamer said Monday that he’s in favor of further expanding the playoff beyond its current 12-team format. The CFP was...

Whit’s Frozen Custard Opens in West Ashley, South Carolina

Whit’s Frozen Custard is bringing more homemade happiness to the Lowcountry with the grand opening of its newest location in West Ashley on Friday, July 18. Located at 3863 W Ashley Circle, Suite 200, the shop is the second Whit’s to open in the...

University of South Carolina launches new academic center focused on American government, history

EDITOR’S NOTE: The video above is a livestream of content from WIS as well as Gray Media’s Local News Live. We will update this with relevant video as necessary. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The University of South Carolina announced Thursday that a new...

South Carolina Rep. Norman Only Republican To Back Epstein File Release As House GOP Blocks Effort

House Republicans blocked a Democratic-backed effort late Monday evening to require the Department of Justice to release all records related to the convicted sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein. The House Rules Committee voted 5 to 7 to reject an...

The deadliest floods in U.S. history

The heartbreaking toll from the flash flood that swept through the Hill Country of Texas early morning on July 4 has reached 138, including 27 from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for schoolgirls with nearly a century of operations along and...

Childcare facility undergoes renovations

At W.C. Christian Academy, a Summerville childcare center for children from infants to 3-year-olds, every detail is purposeful. The color of the walls, the materials used for furniture and the layout of the rooms are all part of “Quality Care by...

South Carolina joins multi-state effort to curb speeding during “Operation Southern Slow Down”

Drivers can expect to see an increase in enforcement and presence from local law enforcement on the state's major interstates from July 14-20. COLUMBIA, S.C. — As part of the annual 100 Deadly Days of Summer, the South Carolina Department of...

South Carolina's Commissioner Weathers discusses state agriculture on The Southern Farm Network

Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner | South Carolina Department of AgricultureHugh E. Weathers, Commissioner | South Carolina Department of Agriculture Every week, Commissioner Hugh Weathers provides updates on agricultural developments in South...