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The Cleveland Cavaliers have made history by becoming only the eighth team in NBA history to start a season with a perfect record of 12-0. They achieved this milestone with a hard-fought 119-113 victory against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. In a competitive game held in Chicago, the Bulls initially built a nine-point lead with just over four minutes left in the third quarter. However, the Cavaliers rallied back, finishing the quarter with a slim three-point lead as they headed into the final period. Although the Bulls managed to even the score at 106-106, the Cavaliers surged ahead in…

Residents of Orangeburg County Begin Recovery as Many Roads Remain Closed ORANGEBURG, SC — Last week, heavy rains combined with the rising Edisto River led to significant flooding across Orangeburg County. As the floodwaters recede, recovery efforts are underway, but many roads are still impassable. Communities affected by the flooding include Norway, Cordova, and Bowman. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), as of Wednesday afternoon, a total of 47 roads are still closed. In Bolen Town, resident John Hickson faces challenges in his muddy yard and ongoing power outages as he works to restore normalcy in his…

Title: S.C. Representative Criticizes Research Lab After Monkey Escape Incident Yamassee, SC (WOLO) — The situation with the escaped monkeys in the Lowcountry is still unfolding. Officials from Alpha-Genesis, the research facility where the 43 monkeys escaped, announced on Wednesday night that they have successfully recaptured 32 of the primates. After checking their health, the officials reported that all the recovered monkeys appear to be in good condition. However, this incident is not the first time animals have escaped from this facility. South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace has expressed her concerns regarding this situation. In a letter to the U.S.…

Cavaliers Remain Undefeated with Narrow Win Over Bulls On Monday night in Chicago, the Cavaliers secured their 12th consecutive win of the season, edging out the Bulls 119-113. This victory places the Cavaliers among the select few teams in NBA history to start a season with such an impressive win streak. This marks the first time a team has achieved a 12-0 start since the Golden State Warriors set an astounding record of 24 straight wins in the 2015-16 season, which they concluded with a historic 73-9 overall record. Star player Donovan Mitchell was instrumental in the Cavs’ success, scoring…

New Labor and Delivery Unit Opening in Northeast Columbia This January COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Exciting news for expectant mothers in Northeast Columbia! A new Labor and Delivery Unit is set to open at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast this coming January. Located just off Farrow Road, the new unit comes in response to the rapid growth seen in the Northeast Columbia area. Chief Operating Officer Matthew Medley highlighted the area’s expansion, stating, “Northeast Columbia is growing at an extremely rapid pace, one of the highest rates in the country. We are investing in our community by opening a…

Traffic Alert: Permanent Closure of I-26 Westbound Off-Ramp to Bush River Road COLUMBIA, S.C. — A traffic update for those traveling to Bush River Road: The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced the permanent closure of the off-ramp from westbound I-26 to Bush River Road. To reach Bush River Road, drivers will now need to take the newly expanded Colonial Life Boulevard exit through the I-126 interchange. This change is part of SCDOT’s final step to permanently modify traffic patterns on Bush River Road in preparation for future improvements to the I-26/I-20/I-126 interchange. How to Navigate the Closure…

New Multi-Million Dollar Park Planned for Cayce CAYCE, S.C. – Exciting news for the community! Leaders in Cayce have announced a new multi-million dollar project that will enhance local recreation and celebrate the area’s rich history. On Tuesday, November 12, they unveiled plans for the ’12 Thousand Year History Park,’ which will be located on Fort Congaree Trail. This park is expected to have a visitor’s center and is being funded through a generous donation from the Boyd family, along with support from the General Assembly. Mayor Elise Partin expressed her enthusiasm, stating that the park will serve as a…

Janet “Shorty” Abrilz’s murder remains the only unsolved case for GCSO Homicide Investigators in the past two years. Janet Denise Abrilz’s body was found off a walking trail in a wooded area of Lakeside Park on Piedmont Highway on Aug. 27, 2023. The Coroner ruled her cause of death as blunt force trauma. This Friday, November 15, 2024, GCSO Investigators will be saturating Greenville County, going door to door, to pass out flyers and make themselves available to anyone who wi…shes to share information on her case. Just remember, the smallest bit of information could be all our investigators need…

Dogecoin, the beloved meme cryptocurrency, is back in the spotlight, experiencing a remarkable surge of over 80% within just a week. This revival comes in the wake of heightened interest following Donald Trump’s win in the 2024 election and speculation around Elon Musk’s potential leadership role in government initiatives aimed at efficiency. Despite this recent gain, Dogecoin’s value still sits significantly below its all-time high achieved in May 2021. Let’s explore how this trading trend might affect investments in Dogecoin moving forward. In the last 24 hours, Dogecoin reached a new one-month peak of $0.3011. The cryptocurrency market remains vibrant…

Orangeburg County, S.C. – The search for a missing 4-year-old boy has come to a happy conclusion, according to Sheriff Leroy Ravenell. The child was reported missing on Tuesday morning, leading to a swift response from local law enforcement. Sheriff Ravenell shared that investigators received the alert around 5:45 a.m. from a resident in Orangeburg. It was reported that a security camera captured footage of the young boy wandering alone on the street, causing concern among neighbors. A resident on Willow Bay Drive provided crucial video evidence showing the child appearing distressed as he walked down the street without an…