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Dorchester County’s adult education program is thriving after a big move into the Spann Education Center, serving 350+ students annually with soaring graduation rates. Director Wramie Spafford highlights stronger community partnerships and a unified mission to help learners succeed. Real stories shine through: Kareema Hines, a mom who finally earned her GED after years of setbacks, and Collin Desm...

Over 100 dogs rescued from horrific conditions in a Georgetown County, South Carolina home—firefighters, the ASPCA, and animal shelters mobilized to save them as owners Kimberly and Ralph Moody face arrest and await charges. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary bas...

Moncks Corner is launching a voluntary buyout program for homeowners in flood-prone zones along the California Branch, offering to purchase properties to demolish them and restore natural flood buffers—aimed at reducing future damage after Tropical Storm Debby. With federal grant funding, the town also plans to upgrade stormwater infrastructure. Eligibility is strict, with third-party appraisals t...

A chilling arson murder case unfolds in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, as Kenneth McClary faces multiple charges including murder, kidnapping, and destruction of human remains. Fire crews responded to a duplex fire two weeks ago and discovered a body with injuries not caused by flames. Surveillance footage shows McClary with the victim before the blaze, leaving the scene, then returning and...

Charleston’s annual School Supply Drive kicks off July 13th, rallying the community to donate notebooks, pencils, crayons, and folders to ensure every student starts the year prepared. Businesses can register to host their own drives, with city logistics handling distribution. The effort culminates in the First Day Festival on August 9th, offering free supplies, free aquarium admission, food truck...

College of Charleston’s new dorm project on Coming Street is on hold after the city’s Board of Architectural Review demanded a detailed plan to honor the land’s haunting history as a 18th-century burial ground for enslaved people and early residents. Developers must address how to respectfully commemorate the site before construction can resume — turning a much-needed housing solution into a solem...

Two homes erupted in flames on Muscogee Drive in North Charleston, forcing firefighters into a high-stakes battle to contain the blaze before it spread. With smoke billowing and one house already heavily engulfed, crews launched an interior attack while battling flames leaping to the neighboring property. All residents escaped safely, but two firefighters were injured and hospitalized. Utilities w...

Last chance for South Carolina farmers and forest landowners: Apply by Saturday, July 11th for the $38 million Disaster Relief Block Grant to cover storm damage not covered by other programs. Only eligible if your county was officially declared a disaster zone by the president. Don’t miss this final deadline—get details and apply at the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s website. Listen in...

South Carolina’s beaches are buzzing with a sea turtle comeback—record-breaking nests, ancient moms over sixty, and community efforts lighting the way for hatchlings to survive. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedba...

A South Carolina contractor pulled off a slick scam: Antonio Pino, 44, forged a $10K+ performance bond to win a $3K drywall job—then vanished when the work stalled. His fake documents, riddled with misspellings and forged signatures, fooled no one, especially Arch Insurance, which denied a $842K claim after finding no record of the bond. Now Pino’s behind bars—a cautionary tale for anyone signing...

Eight Apache pilots from the South Carolina Army National Guard are grounded after participating in this year’s Salute from the Shore event, suspended from all flight duties while a safety review investigates their maneuvers. Though temporarily sidelined from the cockpit, they remain on active duty with non-flying assignments. The National Guard insists safety is paramount, both for their crews an...

South Carolina’s heat index is hitting dangerous levels—feeling like 115 degrees in some areas—making it a serious health threat, especially for outdoor workers, athletes, kids, seniors, and those with health conditions. Chief Meteorologist Tim Miller and Host Kristina Thacker break down how the heat index works, combining air temp and humidity to show just how brutal the heat feels. Stay informed...

Clemson’s new president, Benjamin Ayers, takes the helm August 1st after Kevin Guskiewicz stepped back following personal reflection. Ayers, currently UGA’s Provost, brings nine years leading a top-ranked accounting school and a proven track record of elevating public universities — including spearheading UGA’s new medical school. The board unanimously chose him, praising his humility, judgment, a...

A young woman named Laila King-Anderson, last seen in North Charleston, SC, is missing and police are urgently asking for help. She’s 5’6”, around 250 lbs, and was wearing a black teddy bear shirt, black pants, and Crocs. Authorities believe she may be near Ashley Phosphate Road near The Gables. If you’ve seen her or have any info, contact Detective Dillon at 843-740-2854 or 843-870-3684 — every t...

Folly Road’s big makeover just got a major twist: Phase One is officially approved, but James Island’s exit has left a big chunk of planned upgrades—like resurfacing, sidewalks, and bus stops—on the chopping block. The town says they were blindsided by the all-or-nothing deal, and now they’re hunting for their own safety funding. Meanwhile, the steering committee’s laser-focused on four key areas:...

In a chilling case that has shattered a community, authorities in Aiken County have recovered human remains from Cedar Creek Reservoir—confirmed to be those of four-year-old Javeayah Harris. Her parents, Michilae Herring and Johmarea Harris, are already charged with homicide by child abuse after allegedly failing to seek medical care for their abused daughter. Now facing additional charges for des...

York County just pulled a major financial switch on the $1.5 billion Octapharma deal, rerouting tax incentives from the city of Rock Hill to its school district in a 4-3 vote — a move that could bring 1,500 jobs but leaves Rock Hill scrambling, potentially on the hook for more cash than planned. The decision echoes past tensions, especially the Costco fiasco where schools got the tax breaks instea...

South Carolina’s Safe Home Grant program is back—applications open Monday, July 13th at 8:30 AM—to help homeowners fortify roofs, windows, and structures against hurricanes and high winds. Run by the South Carolina Department of Insurance, this initiative aims to build a more resilient state before storms hit. Get ready: review guidelines and gather documents ahead of time to make the application...

College of Charleston splashes $2.4 million to secure housing for 120 students in 2026-27, leasing rooms across three hotels and one condo—with campus shuttles and on-site staff included. This follows a prior $5.2 million request to address upperclassman displacement, showing the school’s serious push to solve the housing crunch before the next academic year. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a...

South Carolina’s opioid overdose deaths are plummeting — down over 30% from last year, marking a historic second straight year of progress. Officials hail it as a major win, but warn the crisis isn’t over. Fentanyl remains the deadliest culprit, killing more than 900 last year, and new dangers like cocaine laced with fentanyl are emerging. The drop is thanks to prevention, expanded treatment acces...

Lowcountry Creamery in Bowman, South Carolina, just snagged the prestigious “Rural Small Business of the Year” title from the U.S. Small Business Administration — and it’s no fluke. Founded nearly 20 years ago by CEO Patrick Myers, this small-batch dairy proves that grit, quality, and freshness can build a lasting legacy in the countryside. Their win isn’t just personal glory — it’s a powerful spo...

Charleston is launching its first comprehensive 20-year Peninsula Plan in over 25 years, aiming to tackle housing, traffic, flooding, tourism, and affordability all at once—instead of tackling them in isolation. With population decline on the peninsula but traffic surging, residents and visitors alike are calling for balance and vision. Planners are inviting everyone to shape the future through we...

AI is reshaping tech—from art to coding—and Doug Hamilton of CharlestonHacks sees it as both a game-changer and a tool that demands intention. While AI tools like ChatGPT are now staples in hackathons and daily developer workflows, their true power lies not in automation alone, but in how they’re guided. Hamilton warns against “lazy AI,” which spawns bloated, unusable projects, versus “informed AI...

North Charleston’s Palmetto Palace is delivering major community impact with its second annual free dental event—no insurance or ID required. This year, 100 providers (up from 45 last year) are ready to deliver everything from cleanings to extractions, plus blood pressure checks, at the Charleston Area Convention Center on July 17–18. Last year’s event served over 5,000 people and distributed $335...

Chips alert: Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips are being recalled due to a potential salmonella risk — including popular flavors like Bayou Blackened Ranch and Salt & Vinegar with best by dates between August 3rd and 31st. The recall was upgraded to the highest level after initial clean tests, following contamination concerns from a seasoning ingredient. Salmonella can cause serious illness, esp...