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DTN Livestock Open: Traders Likely to Ride Midweek Gains Into Christmas Eve
DTN Livestock Open: Traders Likely to Ride Midweek Gains Into Christmas Eve December 24, 2020 From DTN Photo: Adam Russell, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Active late-day gains developed Wednesday in live cattle and lean hog futures trade. The ability to hold this positive support into the holiday weekend is likely to stimulate additional underlying momentum during the last week of 2020.
Young, Married Farm Couple Cite Cooperation as Greatest Strength - DTN
Corn field landscape, pre-tassel. Photo: ©Debra L Ferguson Joined in both matrimony and by the farm, Matthew and Kayla Poe together tend the soil of their Southern farm, always pushing productivity, always searching for the best use of their resource — be it 200-bushel corn, packaged fresh beef or even fall decorations. “Our strongest attribute is that we work as one unit. We are stronger as a couple,” Matthew says.
Berkeley County School Districts job fair starts on Tuesday
BERK CO JOB FAIR_frame_870.jpgThe Berkeley County School district is hiring. The district says they're planning to fill 60 positions.You can apply for positions such as bus driver, maintenance worker, custodian, and child nutrition workerThere will be a job fair on Tuesday at Men Riv Educational Park on Pulaski street in Goose Creek.It will be held at 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm.Another job fair will take place on Wednesday June 5th at 111 E. Main St in Moncks Corner.
One inmate captured after escaping Orangeburg County Detention Center
One inmate has been captured after escaping the Orangeburg County Detention CenterLexington County deputies say a tip led to the arrest of Christopher Bolton.He is facing carjacking and larceny charges.However, the search continues for two inmates.Tyshon Johnson and Curtis Green are charged with murder.Deputies say the three inmates escaped the detention center after assaulting a correctional officer.Anyone with information can
Deputies respond to attempted jailbreak in Orangeburg
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is responding to an attempted jail break at Orangeburg County Detention Center.Detention center officers reported the attempted escape by multiple inmates. They say it happened just before 10 p.m.Investigators are trying to figure out if any inmates escaped. Meanwhile, inmates believed to have participated are being rounded up for questioning.We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Deputies respond to attempted jailbreak in Orangeburg
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is responding to an attempted jail break at Orangeburg County Detention Center.Detention Center Officers reported the attempted escape by multiple inmates. They say it happened just before 10 p.m.Investigators are trying to figure out if any inmates escaped. Meanwhile, inmates believed to have participated are being rounded up for questioning.We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Today was the last day of the Greek Festival
V_GREEK FEST 6PM.transfer_frame_1277.pngThe Greek festival just completed its 48th year.The festival wrapped up today at the Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity on Race Street.Hundreds of people enjoyed the gyros, music and Greek culture.Moms were able to join in on the festivities for free.
One person Dead after house fire in Colleton County
One person is dead after a fire in Colleton County. The fire happened on Teakwood Drive. Firefighters say when they arrived they saw flames coming from the master bedroom. No word on what started the fire.
Body of Missing Swimmer recovered on Pawleys Island
MISSING SWIMMER 10PM_frame_509.pngThe Georgetown County Sheriff's Office says they found the body of the missing swimmer that was missing on Pawleys Island.Deputies say they searched five hours for the victim. At 5:22 p.m. Midland Fire and Rescue tweeted that they were responding to three swimmers in distress.Two of them were saved and taken to the hospital.We will provide you with more information as it becomes available.
Police respond to a suspicious package in West Ashley
Crime_Police_Lights_Badge.pngCharleston police are on the scene of a Goodwill on Shelby Ray Court in West Ashley in reference to a suspicious package.Dispatch says the call came in at 4:57 p.m.Officers say the building has been evacuated.We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Lowcountry Aids Services changes its name to Palmetto Community Care
palmetto community care.JPGA Lowcountry business in North Charleston has a new name .Lowcountry Aids Services is now being called Palmetto Community Care.The company unveiled its new name and logo this week.They said the re-branding is because of the changes within the HIV epidemic.Palmetto Community Care says fewer people with HIV are progressing to AIDS.The company says it's also expanding its services.
Scheduled lane closure begins for I-526 near the Wando River
roadwork00000000-jpg-1594413-ver1-0.jpgThe scheduled lane closure for I-526 has begun.The eastbound lane near the Wando river closed at 9 p.m.The lane will reopen tomorrow at 5 a.m. The closure ends on Thursday.There will be another lane closure on May 6th from 9:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.The department of transportation says they will be inspecting the bridge.
DEA participates in biannual take back day
V_ DRUG TAKEBACK 10PM_frame_0.jpgDo you have unused prescription drugs in your medicine cabinet?The DEA can take it off your hands.Today was the department's bi-annual take back day. 2 p.m. was the cut off time for the four take back locations. The locations included Charleston Police Headquarters, Citadel Mall, James Island Lowe's, and Johns Island Shopping Center.You still can take your unused bottles to MUSC's public safety headquarters on Doughty Street.
North Charleston man faces marijuana charge
0426 David Jesus Huitt Jr.jpgA chase ends with one person in custody in Hanahan.Hanahan police say a homeowner chased three people on Brookside Drive.They say one of the suspects was pulling on the homeowner's car door handle.The officers eventually found a man and a juvenile near Turkey Creek Bridge.However, they weren't able to find the third person.David Huitt Junior, who lives in North Charleston, was arrested.He's charged with simple possession of marijuana and tampering with a motor...
Lane closure scheduled for I-95 in Colleton County
0424 i95 lane closure.JPGYou may want to watch out for orange barrels if you take I-95.The department of transportation says there will be a lane closure tomorrow night.It will be northbound at mile marker 53.5 and end at mile marker 55.5.A guard rail will be install on the right lane during the closure.The closure starts at 7 p.m. and end at 5 a.m.
Mural for Philip Simmons revealed at Philip Simmons Middle School
V_ NEW MURAL 630.transfer_frame_1736.pngThe mural of artist Philip Simmons has finally been revealed.This morning the mural was was unveiled at Philip Simmons Middle schoolIt was painted by New Orleans artist Matthew Foreman.Foreman and another artist worked on the mural throughout the weekend.Attendess such as Vernelle Dickerson discussed Simmons legacy saying, "This is wonderful because he was a very humble, kind-hearted human, full of love all the time."Simmons is a Lowcountry native from...
Three suspects in custody after police find stolen property in Berkeley County
0422holly snowden-jennings.jpgThree suspects are in custody after police find stolen property in Berkeley County.The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office says it's related to stolen items near Snowden lane and Farrell street.Deputies say on April 20th they found items such as cars, tractor, motorcycle,bushes, fireworks and several utility trailers.Leslie Driggers Junior, Holly Snowden , and Timothy Snowden were arrested on the scene for stolen property and chop shop.Officers say they're awaiting...
One person is taken to the hospital after motorcycle vs car crash in Charleston County
A motorcyclist is in the hospital after a crash involving a motorcycle and a car in Charleston County. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office says it happened this afternoon. Deputies say the accident happened near Brownswood Road and Island Estates Drive. Officers say the motorcyclist suffered serious injuries.
Berkeley County plans to have a public hearing regarding widening Clements Ferry Road
Clements Ferry Road could look different soon.Berkeley County plans to have a public hearing next Thursday at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Philip Simmons High school on 3080 River Village Drive.The hearing is suppose to provide the opportunity for Berkeley County and the South Carolina Department of Transportation to review and discussThey plan to discuss widening the road from Jack Primus to SC-41.The street would transform from a two-way street to a four-lane roadway.The purpose of the hearing is...
World War II Veterans reunited on the USS Yorktown
This evening two World War II Veterans reunited on the USS Yorktown.Bill Estkinson and Charles Speight both served on the warship 73 years ago.The World War II pilots reminisced about the ship, the war, and their friends.Today is the 75th anniversary of th
Tomorrow is the last day of the World Grits Festival
V_ GRITS FESTIVAL 10PM.transfer_frame_538.pngIf you missed getting your hands on some grits at the World's Grits festival, you have another chance to dig in tomorrow.However, you did miss the rolling in grits contest that happened this afternoon in Saint George.Tomorrow, is the last day of the festival.The annual festival has been going on for more than 30 years.
Parents prepare for the summer at the Lowcountry Kids Expo and Summer Camp
V_ KIDS EXPO 10PM_frame_547.pngSummer is right around the corner and more than 2,000 families geared up for the season.The Lowcountry Kids Expo and Summer Camp completed its fourth year today.The expo helped parents find the right summer camp for their children.Kids were able participate in free activities such as bounce houses, face painting, and balloon animals.The event was hosted by the Sunshine Family Expo's team.It was held at the Gaillard Center downtown.
Deputies search for autistic man in Jasper County
30414853_1502775676498720_6449156682267617214_n.jpgJasper County, S.C. — A Family is looking for their loved on in Jasper County.The Jasper County Sheriff's Office says the family stopped at Handy Dan's 2 in the Tilman/Tarboro area.Deputies say the parents' autistic son ran from the car into the woods, which is behind the store.Police says his name is Grant and is a 22- year-old white male.
Crews clear 18- wheeler from I-26 West near the Crosstowne
I-26 West near the Crosstowne is clear. Emergency crews moved an 18- wheeler that flipped over this evening, which caused traffic to slow down. Dispatch says crews removed the vehicle at 4:45 p.m. Charleston Police Department says no one was injured.
Deputies investigate remains in Charleston County
It wasn't a normal day for a few railroad workers in Lincolnville.The Charleston County Sheriff's Department says railroad workers located skeletal remains in the woods and called authorities.Deputies say they responded to the call before 4 p.m.They say the remains were found near the intersection of Lincolnville and Von Oshen road.Detectives and the coroner are investigating the incident.We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Power restored after car hits utility pole in North Charleston
Parts of North Charleston has there power back on. They received power at 7:00 p.m.SCE&G says a car hit a utility pole at 6:15 p.m, which caused customers along Dorchester road to not have power. The utility company says 1,397 people were affected.
I-26 and U.S. Highway 601 lane closure near Orangeburg
Your ride home may take a little longer if you live in Orangeburg.Crews will be working on I-26 and U.S Highway 601 tomorrow night. SCE and G crews are expected to perform overhead electric line work on the roads. The S.C Highway Patrol and the S.C. Department of Transportation says the project is expected to reduce traffic flow.It will begin a half mile each of mile marker 142.
Bomb Squad responds to Civil War era ordnace at James Island home
BOMB REMOVAL_0010_frame_0.pngSpring cleaning leads to a interesting discovery at a James Island home.The Charleston County Sheriff's Office says shortly after 5 p.m they were called to a home on Westrivers Road. They responded to a Civil War era ordnance at the home. The homeowners say they showed the relic to a friend who realized it was functional. Deputies say they evacuated the home and retrieve the item. Officers say it was turned over to the Unites States Air Force.
Bomb Squad responds to Civil War era ordnance at James Island home
BOMB REMOVAL_0010_frame_0.pngSpring cleaning leads to a interesting discovery at a James Island home.The Charleston County Sheriff's Office says shortly after 5 p.m they were called to a home on Westrivers Road. They responded to a Civil War era ordnance at the home. The homeowners say they showed the relic to a friend who realized it was functional. Deputies say they evacuated the home and retrieved the item. Officers say it was turned over to the United States Air Force.
All lanes open on i-26 in Orangeburg County
You don't need to re-route your commute tomorrow. The South Carolina Department of Transportation tweeted says all lanes on I-26 are open in Orangeburg County. The eastbound lanes were closed last night due to crews working on the Four Holes Bridge. Highway Patrol says the bridge was damaged on Friday at 10 a.m. near mile marker 153 after a tractor-trailer hit a bridge column on the Four Holes Bridge overpass.
Johns Island woman celebrates 100th birthday
100 year old bday_0002_frame_611.pngThe party didn't end yet. A Johns Island woman still has time to celebrate her 100th birthday.Today is Isabelle Ford's birthday. She was joined by her six living children and 45 great grand children. Ford was also surrounded by four generations of her family.Her son says she lived on Johns Island all her life. He says that is worked on a farm and specialized in making quilts.Ford received a special gift of a quilt that had a portrait of herself on it.
Police investigate body found in North Charleston as a homicide
North Charleston — Police are investigating a body found in North Charleston as a homicide.North Charleston Police say it happened yesterday on Bennett Yard Road. Officers say the victim suffered from gunshot wounds. Police say shortly after 7 p.m. yesterday they responded to CSX Railroad's property. They were called in reference to an unconscious man on the land.We don't have the victim's name or cause of death.We will provide more information as it becomes available.
JDRF host walk to find cure for Type One Diabetes
V_DIABETES RUN_frame_364 (1).pngDaniel Island — Hundreds gathered with the goal to end Type One Diabetes.The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation walk happened today on Daniel Island.Children with Type One Diabetes walked with their parents for nearly a mile.Type one Diabetes is an autoimmune disease that can be stressful to manage.The walk's motto this year was " Turn type one into type none."Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation raised $131,374. Their goal was $163,400.
One person is dead after a shooting in Walterboro
One man is dead after a shooting in Walterboro.Walterboro police say it happened at 9 a.m. at a Motel 6 on 33 Campground Road.Investigators say the shooting was a result of a domestic situation.We do not have the name of the victim.We will provide more i
One person is dead after a car accident in Georgetown County
fatal-crash-1482017627979-5337257-ver1-0.jpgOne person is dead after a crash in Georgetown County.Highway patrol says it happened last night on Martin Luther King Road.Officers say the driver hit a ditch and was tossed out of the car. The victim was taken to the hospital and later died from their injuries.
Several members of the ABC News 4 Crew took a plunge for a cause
V_ POLAR PLUNGE_frame_1379 (2).pngSeveral members of the ABC News 4 Crew took a plunge for a cause.They participated in the Special Olympics Polar Plunge.There was a plunge party with food and music. Organizers say they have more than 25,000 Special Olympic athletes.You can donated to the organization by going to www.dot so-sc.org.
Highway Patrol investigates crash on Read St.
Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in North Charleston. Officers say it happened at 8:15 p.m. near Read Street and Remount Road. We're working to find out how many people died. It's unclear how the accident happened.
One person dead after a shooting in West Ashley
Charleston Police say one person is dead after a shooting in West Ashley.Officers say the shooting happened on the 1800 block of Jaywood Circle. Dispatch received the call at 8:15 p.m.Police say the victim was taken to MUSC where he died.Police ask if you have any information on this incident to call the on duty Central Detective at 843- 743 -7200.Officers say you can also call Crimestoppers at 843-554-1111.
Chief Greg Bailey is cleared to perform his firefighter duties
Assistant Chief Greg Bailey of the Couchton Fire Department (Provided)Chief Greg Bailey is back in action.He's cleared to do his firefighter duties back in Aiken County. He served as the assistant fire chief.He suffered a heart attack at the 9/11 Walk on the Ravenel Bridge. However, he participated in the memorial walk for several years.
Police search for a burglary suspect in Berkeley County
27356146_1679458772130616_2278496936218670635_o.jpgThe Berkeley County Sheriff's Department is asking for your help.They're looking for a burglary suspect. Deputies say it happened at Black Fish Camp in the Cross area.Officers say it happened between Saturday night and Sunday morning. They say several businesses around the area were broken into.The Berkeley County Sheriff's Department asks if you have any information about the person in the photo to contact them or Crimestoppers at (843) 554-1111.
Grab a plate at the annual Food Truck Festival tomorrow
Need something to do tomorrow?The Annual Food Truck Festival is tomorrow at Park Circle in North Charleston. The festival runs from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.More than 20 different food trucks will fire up the grill and serve delicious food to hundreds of people
CARTA offers to drive residents to warming centers
V_ CARTA 7P.transfer_frame_0.pngNeed a ride to a warming shelter? CARTA can help.The Bus company is offering free rides to warming shelters on their normal routes.You can get a bus during normal times, but you must let the bus operator know what warming shelter you would like to go to.CARTA 13 is taking people wanting to stay warm to Aldersgate.The Route will go to the warming center during registration times, which is from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Crash takes one person's life in Ravenel
One person is dead after a car accident on Savannah Highway in Ravenel. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office says it happened at 5:00 p.m on Savannah Highway near Miley Hill Road.Officers say a Sedan pulled from Miley Hill Road onto Savannah Highway when it hit a Tahoe.The driver of the Sedan died at the scene.Meanwhile, the driver and the passenger in the Tahoe was taken to MUSC . They suffered serious injuries.Both lanes were blocked in both directions due to the accident.
Church on Remount Road serves as a warming center
Need a break from the cold temperature?Aldersgate United Methodist Church, which is on 1444 Remount Road, is serving as a warming center until 7 a.m.However, guest are supposed to register from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m.The church will serve dinner and breakfast.No pets are allowed unless they are service animals.The Shelter will be open through February 28th if the temperatures reach 35 degrees or colder.
Save The Light hosted Saved the Light Oyster Roast
V_ OYSTER ROAST_frame_1627.pngFolly Beach — Several people supported a cause and ate all you can eat oysters at the same time.Today, Save the Light Incorporated hosted the Save the Light Oyster Roast at Bowens Island on Folly Beach.Participants didn't only have oysters. They enjoyed chili, hot dogs, fish stew and even desserts.
Patriots Point kicks off "Pay What You can Weekend"
S_ PATRIOTS POINT PAY 10PM.transfer_frame_2189.pngThis weekend may be a good time to go to Patriots Point.The Museum is doing their "Pay What You Can Weekend."It allows visitors to name the price of their admission ticket. This is the seventh year for the event.However, tomorrow is the last day to name the price of the admission ticket.
The Georgetown County Sheriff's Office search for an armed robbery suspect
The Georgetown County Sheriff's Department is looking for a suspect in connection to an armed robbery.Deputies say they're looking for 36- year- old Shannon Bone.
Teenager in custody after reportedly being in connection to shots fired at officers
A 19- year- old is in custody after reportedly being in connection to shots being fired at two police officers.Officer say this morning they smelled marijuana emanating from a car on Ashley River Road.Police say they tried to conduct a traffic stop on Carriage Lane, but the car drove away almost hitting a pedestrian.Officers followed the vehicle to the Palmilla Apartments.Police say the front passenger and the driver fired shots at the two officers.
Organizations team up to warn about drunk driving
V_ CHARLESTON NYE REMINDER_frame_786.jpgSeveral Organizations are warning against drunk driving ahead of New Year's Eve.Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Uber, and Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg are asking everyone to commit to # designated driver.They recommend planning ahead in order to avoid drinking and driving.Members of MADD says Uber is sponsoring their walk in Columbia in April.
Several participated in the Biggest Party for Jesus
P_CHRISTMAS AT THE CITADEL11PM_frame_0.jpgSeveral people brought out their dancing shoes for "Biggest party for Jesus." It was held today at the Citadel's Johnson Hagood Stadium.The event was not only for Christians' to celebrate the holiday, but also give back.Volunteers provided gifts, haircuts, bicycles, and several other items.Participants didn't leave hungry since they were provided a free meal.
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