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Crackdown on criminal activity on Edisto River

Harve Jacobs — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:32:00 EDT

The Colleton and Dorchester County sheriff's offices Tuesday announced a joint effort to crackdown on criminal activity on the Edisto River. Authorities say stepped up patrols will be on the lookout for drunks, people who litter and other violators.

Boeing incentives ordinance passes with flying colors

Sujata Jain — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:46:00 EDT

A financial incentives ordinance for Boeing passed Charleston County Council with flying colors Tuesday night. The plan will give Boeing a tax break over the next several years while the company invests $1 billion and brings 2,000 jobs to North Charleston.

Sheriff's office investigating shooting in Goose Creek

Ray Rivera — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:39:00 EDT

The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one man shot in Goose Creek Tuesday evening.

DEA agents respond to North Charleston clothing store

Ray Rivera — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:45:00 EDT

DEA agents and other law enforcement agencies were seen at a clothing store in North Charleston Tuesday afternoon. Investigators were spotted on video at the Exchange Factor on 5128 Rivers Avenue.

Authorities release video of crash involving deputy, motorist

Live 5 News Web Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:12:00 EDT

Authorities released dash camera video on Tuesday of a collision involving a Charleston County sheriff's deputy's vehicle and a motorist in West Ashley. The sheriff's office says the incident happened on Sunday near Roper St. Francis Hospital around 2:30 p.m.

Jenny Sanford donates materials to College of Charleston

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:19:00 EDT

Jenny Sanford has donated her scrapbooks, emails and letters to the College of Charleston. According to media reports, Sanford donated 16 boxes of materials last year and college archivists recently finished cataloging the items.

Report: Fugitive caught after stealing another car in Dorchester Co.

Ray Rivera — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

Investigators say a Cottageville man wanted for attempting to crash a stolen truck into a deputy's cruiser and leading authorities on a chase in Colleton County has been captured in Dorchester County after stealing another vehicle.

Coroner's office: Death row inmate found dead in cell

Ray Rivera — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:05:00 EDT

The Dorchester County Coroner's Office says a death row inmate was found dead in his cell Tuesday morning. According to Chris Nisbet, Kenneth Justus, a death row inmate at Lieber Correctional Institution, died Monday night.

First low-income housing complex to be built downtown

Lisa Weismann — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:36:00 EDT

With the shake of a hand and the signing of names, a small tract of land is now under the ownership of the Charleston Housing Authority – the first step toward a new housing complex. The Authority will

N. Charleston police searching for armed robbery suspect

Cameron Easley — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:13:00 EDT

Investigators are looking for a suspect who attempted to rob people at a house that was being renovated in North Charleston. The North Charleston Police Department say shortly before 1 p.m., officers responded to a home on Harvey Street for an attempted armed robbery.

Charleston named a 'Travelers' Choice Destination' by TripAdvisor

Philip Weiss — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:20:00 EDT

When it comes to travel destinations in the United States, Charleston hangs right up there with the rest of them. TripAdvisor announced the names of their 2013 Travelers' Choice Destinations, and Charleston came in at No. 15 on the list of U.S. destinations.

Lightning strike causes house fire in Goose Creek

Ray Rivera — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

Officials with the Goose Creek Rural Fire Department say a lightning strike caused a fire at a home on Cannon Avenue. Authorities say one woman was inside the home and made it out safely.

Berkeley County honors top champions in the classroom

Ray Rivera — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:00 EDT

Berkeley County honored its top champions in the classroom by hosting the 16th annual Breakfast of Champions Tuesday morning. The event recognized top students in the areas of academics, service and leadership.

No charges filed in double-amputee's mauling death

Cameron Easley — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:00:00 EDT

Authorities say no charges will be filed in the death of a double-amputee from Harleyville who was fatally mauled two weeks ago.

3 diagnosed with hepatitis B after treatment at N. Charleston clinic

Cameron Easley — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:53:00 EDT

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control has ordered a North Charleston clinic to cease and desist all invasive procedures after three people contracted Hepatitis B after receiving injections there.

'The X Factor' scouting talent at N. Charleston Coliseum

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:33:00 EDT

The X-Factor is scouting talent for their next season, and this week they're checking out what the Lowcountry has to offer.Producers are set up at the North Charleston Coliseum on Tuesday and Wednesday.Rumors have been swirling that singer Kelly Rowland could get a spot on the panel of Fox's popular talent show. Thename of Mexican singer Paulina Rubio has also been bandied about.Click here to get free tickets to be part of the audience.Copyright 2013 WCSC. All rights reserved.

Haley: Finish work on ethics bill this year

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:06:00 EDT

Gov. Nikki Haley is calling on legislators to get a bill strengthening the state's weak ethics laws to her desk.

Sheriff: 15-year-old tried to kill woman visiting husband at grave

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:32:00 EDT

A teen boy is facing charges for an attempted kidnapping that seems ripped straight from the scripts of a film.

Wine aged in Charleston Harbor recovered

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:16:00 EDT

A California winery has recovered four cases of Cabernet Sauvignon aged on the bottom of Charleston Harbor in South Carolina for three months. It's the first phase in what Mira Winery of St. Helena, Calif., plans as an ongoing experiment to determine the effects of ocean aging.

Budget debate scheduled to continue in SC Senate

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:28:00 EDT

The budget debate in the South Carolina Senate enters week two.

Haley's husband back home during break from Afghanistan

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:27:00 EDT

Gov. Nikki Haley is spending time with her husband during a break from his deployment to Afghanistan.

DD2 budget in the red; district proposes tax increase to meet needs

Sujata Jain — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:11:00 EDT

Dorchester District Two says it will be in the red in the upcoming school year. The district presented its $158 million budget to the Dorchester County Council Monday night.

Low-income housing coming back to site ravaged by Hugo

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:16:00 EDT

After almost a quarter century, the city of Charleston is again building low-income housing in an area that was ravaged by Hurricane Hugo.

SC State trustees consider new president's salary

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:12:00 EDT

South Carolina State University trustees are meeting to approve the salary of the school's new president.

Couple charged in hit-and-run that killed horse, injured rider

Ray Rivera — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:55:00 EDT

Investigators have charged a couple in connection to a hit-and-run that killed a horse and injured a rider. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office arrested Steven and Caroline Muckenfuss.

Traffic stop leads to drug dealing charges for couple

Ray Rivera — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:15:00 EDT

On Friday night, police were in patrol in the area of Brownswood Road and Comsee Lane when officers spotted the suspects' vehicle crossing a double solid line in the roadway twice.

Upstate mother accused in children's death released from hospital

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:22:00 EDT

An Upstate woman who is charged in the shooting deaths of her two children and with trying to kill her husband has been released from the hospital.

Woman has close encounter with thief after car break-in

Harve Jacobs — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:02:00 EDT

A North Charleston woman saw a man breaking into her car Monday morning, but the thief got away before she could stop him. Police said at least six cars were targeted on Red Oak Drive between 4 and 5 AM.

Sanford returns to Lowcountry to hold traditional office hours

Mark Davenport — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

Staying true to tradition, Mark Sanford returned to the Lowcountry five days after being sworn into Congress to meet with people about issues and ideas during his 'neighborhood office hours.' Sanford says he started the practice when he was first elected to Congress and it's worked wonders.

Age-defying cream ingredient found in the Lowcountry

Debi Chard — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:41:00 EDT

The quest for the fountain of youth is never ending. There are often new possibilities offering a lot of promise.

Boating safety checks prevent issues before holiday weekend

Lisa Weismann — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:45:00 EDT

Thousands of boaters – many of whom are inexperienced -- are expected to take to Charleston-area waterways this upcoming Memorial Day weekend. "There's not a whole of formal training that goes into boating.

Employee accused of stealing $500 worth of clothes from Walmart

Ray Rivera — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:39:00 EDT

The Charleston Police Department has arrested a 24-year-old man accused of stealing $500 worth of clothes and shoes from a Walmart where he was previously employed.

United restarts 787 flights after grounding

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:50:00 EDT

United Airlines is again flying the 787, four months after smoldering batteries forced the plane to be grounded worldwide.

Man sentenced for raping Moncks Corner woman during home invasion

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:41:00 EDT

A Berkeley County man was sentenced to 25 years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to raping a woman two years ago during a home invasion while he was wearing an ankle bracelet with a GPS-monitoring device.

Coroner: 'Something not right' in death of Summerville woman

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:28:00 EDT

Authorities are investigating after a Summerville woman died almost two weeks after she was found unresponsive in a bath tub in her home.

Ethan Mack waives relief hearing on lesser charges

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:27:00 EDT

The man convicted of voluntary manslaughter two years ago in the 2009 death of 28-year-old Kate Waring waived his relief hearing on Monday on two other charges he was convicted on.

Coroner identifies motorcyclist killed in Holly Hill

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:20:00 EDT

The Orangeburg County Coroner's Office has identified the motorcyclist killed after he was hit by a car on Sunday night in Holly Hill.

Police: Man shot in face during dispute over parking space

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:12:00 EDT

Authorities say a parking space dispute at a gas station led to a man being shot in the face and damage to four vehicles.

Orangeburg home invasion suspect caught near NC border

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office says a second suspect wanted for a home invasion and shooting in Orangeburg last week has been captured in Rock Hill.

Suspect sought for breaking into car, using victim's credit cards

Ray Rivera — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:11:00 EDT

The Charleston Police Department is on the lookout for a man who stole items from a car, including credit cards and went on a shopping spree.

Santee Cooper extends power-saving agreement with largest customer

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:23:00 EDT

Santee Cooper and the Central Electric Power Cooperative have signed a multi-billion-dollar cost-saving extension of an agreement to purchase power from Santee Cooper.

AT&T hiring 120 people, including 70 new jobs

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:53:00 EDT

AT&T is hiring 120 people across South Carolina as it expands its wired and wireless network nationwide.

Deputy, woman released from hospital after W. Ashley wreck

Live 5 News Web Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:40:00 EDT

Authorities say the Charleston County sheriff's deputy and the woman involved in a collision in West Ashley on Sunday have been released from the hospital.

Woman dies after tumbling out of car on I-95 near Yemassee

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:26:00 EDT

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating why a passenger tumbled out of a moving car on Interstate 95 and died after landing in front of a tractor-trailer.

Autistic senior excelling, graduating from Goose Creek High School

Ann McGill — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:15:00 EDT

It's high school graduation time and while we applaud every student who marches to Pomp and Circumstance, this accomplishment is very special for one student in particular. Rhyan Coleman is graduating from Goose Creek High School in the top 25% of his class. He plans to attend college and he's autistic.

Rep. Sanford back in business in SC-1

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT

Rep. Mark Sanford is back in the 1st Congressional District to conduct his first items of business in office on Monday.

Horry Co. deputy dies at MUSC after Windsor Green fire

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:32:00 EDT

A an Horry County sheriff's deputy has died after working three nights of security at the scene of a fire that destroyed 26 condominiums near Myrtle Beach in March.

Traffic flowing again after two-SUV wreck on Ravenel Bridge

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:16:00 EDT

A wreck in the southbound lanes of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge is snarling traffic headed towards Charleston on Monday morning.

Summerville skate park set for summer opening

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:13:00 EDT

Summerville's new skate park is set to open this summer.

Charleston Co. to propose tax cut for homeowners

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

The proposed Charleston County budget is set to be presented Tuesday, and it could mean good news for your wallet.

Victim identified in fatal crash in Williamsburg Co.

Live 5 News Web Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:50:00 EDT

Troopers are investigating a fatal crash involving an SUV that happened on Sumter Highway at approximately 9:36 Sunday morning.

Motorcycle clubs hold veterans benefit ride after having to scale back event

Corey Davis — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:00:00 EDT

Riders said they settled for a smaller event because they weren't accompanied by the Mount Pleasant Police Department. Hundreds of motorcycle riders took part in the first annual Patriots Point Benefit

James Island neighborhood transformed through county's road improvement program

Corey Davis — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:21:00 EDT

The improvements are part of the county's non-standard road program where they pave over existing dirt roads, adding drainage on either side, without taking away property of neighbors in the community.

SC colleges look at on-campus tobacco bans

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:52:00 EDT

Campus-wide bans against smokers could spread to several South Carolina universities.

Funeral home offers bike hearse, basket coffin

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:00:00 EDT

The basket coffin is cheaper and can carry up to 300 pounds.

Police: Mom chases down suspected child abductor

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

A mother managed to chase down a suspected kidnapper, crashed into his car, but the man got away. Police now say the man saw his face on TV and turned himself in.

Activists protest 'sexism' of Barbie Dreamhouse Experience

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT

Protestors are up in arms over the sexism and shallow materialism that they argue Barbie symbolizes.

Boaters take safety tips at Coast Guard event

Lisa Weismann — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:24:00 EDT

Thousands of boaters visit Lowcountry waterways each summer, and Coast Guard Charleston Response Chief Brian LeFebvre wants each one to stay safe. Chief LeFebvre and various maritime responders hosted

Delta flight from Charleston makes emergency landing in Raleigh

Philip Weiss — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:39:00 EDT

A Delta flight out of Charleston bound for New York City made an emergency stop in North Carolina Saturday morning after a warning indicator went off in the cockpit, according to an official with the airline.

Appeals Court OKs suit to get back gambling losses

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:51:00 EDT

A lawyer says a state Court of Appeals ruling clears the way for gamblers to sue for money they lose by playing illegal gambling machines.

Authorities responding to Crosstown motorcycle wreck

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:41:00 EDT

Charleston police were called out to a motorcycle accident Saturday afternoon at the Crosstown in Downtown Charleston.

Largest Spoleto season to unfold next week

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:41:00 EDT

The Spoleto Festival USA this season will be the largest ever, offering 160 performances by 45 artists and ensembles.

First legal hemp crop in CO since WWII

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

A farmer in Colorado is making history with his hemp seeds. He's planting the first crop of industrial hemp in the southeastern part of the state since World War II.

250K bees in TX home for decades

Sat, 18 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT

Four hundred pounds, seven hives and 250,000 bees were all inside one home in Houston, until this week.

Learning to swim: The younger the better

Sujata Jain — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:24:00 EDT

As kids make their first splashes of the summer, the City of Charleston is encouraging parents to keep their kids out of danger by enrolling them in swim lessons, and some coaches say the younger the better.

Authorities release dash cam video of high speed chase on I-26

Ray Rivera — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:28:00 EDT

Authorities have released dash camera video of a chase where a suspect led investigators on a high speed chase on I-26 in a pursuit that started in West Ashley and ended in Orangeburg. In the newly released video, authorities are seen pursuing the suspect who is driving a Lincoln Navigator along I-26 on Monday.

Traffic stop leads to arrest of suspected armed robbers

Ray Rivera — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:01:00 EDT

Authorities have arrested two people suspected of an armed robbery in downtown early Friday morning. The Charleston Police Department charged 23-year-old Eric Wigfall and 22-year-old Brittany Robinson.

Runaway teenager found safe; two men behind bars

Live 5 News Web Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

Authorities say a 15-year-old runaway has been found safe following an investigation by the Moncks Corner Police Department which led to the arrest of two men. Investigators announced Friday evening that Dana Sweazy has been found and is back home with her parents.

Traffic moving again on Isle of Palms Connector following wreck

Ray Rivera — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:45:00 EDT

Charleston County dispatch officials say traffic is moving again on the Isle of Palms Connector following an accident.

Report: Man shot twice, car riddled with bullets in Club Pluto incident

Ray Rivera — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:56:00 EDT

Law enforcement reports recently released reveal that after a man was shot twice at a Berkeley County nightclub, a car leaving the same club was shot at and suffered damaged from the shooting.

New road to reduce traffic near Wando High School

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:52:00 EDT

Plans for a new road in Mt. Pleasant are in the works to ease the traffic on Highway 17 near Wando High School.

Most Wanted: Walter Stanley Mintz

Harve Jacobs — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:06:00 EDT

Charleston County sheriff's deputies are looking for 46 year old Walter Stanley Mintz. Mintz is wanted on charges of burglary 2nd degree. Investigators say on February 21, 2013, Mintz broke into a convenience store in Adams Run and stole five rolls of lottery tickets. Deputies say he was paid $20 to commit the crime and gave the lottery tickets to two men who cashed them.

Coroner releases cause of death for construction worker

Live 5 News Web Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

The Charleston County Coroner's Office has determined the official cause of death for a construction worker buried in a hole at a job site in North Charleston last weekend.

Walterboro Public Safety chief fired

Ray Rivera — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

Walterboro Public Safety Chief Otis Rhodes has been let go. The department released a statement Friday afternoon stating Rhodes, who has been the chief of police and public safety director for nine years, has been relieved of his duties.

Plan approved, Gullah Geechee panel moves forward

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:02:00 EDT

The commission working to preserve the culture of slave descendants on the Southeast coast will be hiring an executive director now that the federal government has approved its management plan.

NASCAR to honor Dick Trickle after suicide in cemetery

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:49:00 EDT

An investigation is underway after deputies in Lincoln County say a NASCAR legend called 911 before committing suicide in a local cemetery.

Local commuters participate in National Bike to Work Day

Alan Campbell — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:29:00 EDT

Friday is National Bike to Work Day and everyone is encouraged to trade in four wheels for two. Organizers say the event is intended to help promote healthy living, reduce pollution and save on gas.

Sheriff: Orangeburg man beat, threatened woman with shotgun

Cameron Easley — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:04:00 EDT

United States Marshals have arrested an Orangeburg man wanted for punching his girlfriend and threatening to kill her with a shotgun.

$75K bond set for man accused of fondling girls while watching horror movies

Cameron Easley — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:52:00 EDT

The Charleston County Sheriff's Office arrested a Johns Island man Thursday over accusations of sexual assault.

Woman killed after crashing into parked car in West Ashley

Ray Rivera — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:46:00 EDT

The Charleston Police Department says a woman died after crashing a car into a parked vehicle in West Ashley Thursday afternoon.

Two sought by police, may have info on downtown robbery

Philip Weiss — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:44:00 EDT

Charleston police are asking for help in identifying two men who may have information about a robbery that took place in downtown Charleston.

Overnight fire destroys Goose Creek home, kills dog

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:37:00 EDT

Authorities say an early morning house fire in Goose Creek that took the life of a dog is believed to be accidental.

Woman in OK tornado finds lost dog while talking about him

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:50:00 EDT

Elderly resident Barbara Garcia frantically called for her dog after the tornado had leveled her house, but with no success.

Police: Upstate woman killed boyfriend with shotgun

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:44:00 EDT

A Spartanburg woman is under arrest after police say she shot and killed her boyfriend with a 12-gauge shotgun.Erika Michelle Sutelman, 21, who lives in the apartment where the shooting happened, faces one count of murder, according to arrest warrants.An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday for David Allen Moholland, 20, who died as a result of the shooting, according to the Spartanburg County Coroner's Office.The shooting happened Monday about 5:45 p.m. at the Crown Point Apartments on Powell Mi...

Woman brags about hit-and-run on Twitter, cops tweet back

Ray Downs — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:13:00 EDT

The first rule of Twitter - it's not smart to tweet about a crime.

NWS: OK tornado had winds of at least 200 mph

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:16:00 EDT

The tornado, with winds up to 200 mph, cut a 20-mile stretch as wide as two miles through the Oklahoma City metro area. The medical examiner's office reported 24 people died, including nine children.

'Man's best friend to the end': Dog stands watch over owner's body in tornado wreckage

Tom Ensey — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:16:00 EDT

A heartbreaking photo of a little dog guarding the body of his owner, who was killed in the Moore, OK, tornado, is going viral.

How to help Oklahoma tornado victims

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:28:00 EDT

Here are ways to help victims of the Moore, OK tornado.

Judge: Don't release Bin Laden death pictures

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:42:00 EDT

Pictures and video of a dead Osama Bin Laden will not go public.

More tornadoes possible in 4 states Tuesday

Syrenthia Harris — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

The Storm Prediction Center at the National Weather Service believes there is a high probability for severe weather in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma.

Mother conquers college after conquering blindness

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:43:00 EDT

Alma Balleza was laid off while she was nearing 50 years old and raising three sons - but those weren't even the biggest obstacles she had to face.

OK tornado victims using internet to find loved ones

Ray Downs — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:17:00 EDT

People affected by the massive tornado that killed at least 51 people and destroyed parts of Oklahoma still do not know where their loved ones are, but many are using social media to find out.

Tornado levels Oklahoma town

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:36:00 EDT

Dozens of people have died after a second day of tornadoes twisted through Oklahoma, this time taking aim at the town of Moore, south of Oklahoma City.

Bucs fall in Big South Tourney opener to Campbell, 4-0

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:25:00 EDT

Bucs will play elimination game on Wednesday

The Citadel's Austin Pritcher Selected SoCon Pitcher of the Year

Mon, 20 May 2013 23:40:00 EDT

Seven Bulldogs Named to All-Conference Team

Battery advance to US Open Cup third round to face MLS's San Jose Earthquakes

Wed, 22 May 2013 01:09:00 EDT

Beat Portland U-23, 1-0

De Paula Shuts Out the Sand Gnats

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:06:00 EDT

Charleston tops Savannah in pitchers duel

2013 Sertoma Classic Match Ups Set

Kevin Bilodeau — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:10:00 EDT

Bishop England vs. Summerville among headline match ups

Michael Jordan: Bobcats changing name to Hornets

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:49:00 EDT

Michael Jordan wants to "bring the buzz back" to Charlotte. The Bobcats owner said at a press conference Tuesday evening he's changing his team's name to the Charlotte Hornets beginning in 2014-15. Jordan

SCBCA Releases All-State Baseball Teams

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:38:00 EDT

Lexington head baseball coach Brian Hucks has been named the 2013 South Carolina High School Baseball Coach of the Year for all classifications, while senior catcher Nick Ciuffo has been named the South

Battery’s Kelly Named Player of the Week

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:18:00 EDT

Had game-winning goal in Battery's victory against Dynamo Reserves

Tyler Griffin Wins SoCon Player of the Week Honors

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:41:00 EDT

Tyler Griffin returned from a fractured foot last Wednesday and turned in a four-game performance that has earned him Southern Conference Player of the Week honors. The Citadel junior right fielder missed

Lowcountry MLB and MiLB Update (5/20)

Kevin Bilodeau — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:20:00 EDT

MLB American League Brett Gardner, OF, NYY - 0-3 with a walk and a K in a 6-4 win over Baltimore. The Holly Hill native is batting .256 with 3 HR's and 16 RBI Matt Wieters, C, Bal - 1-5 with a double