Earlier today, Friday, August 1, 2014, two separate accidents happened in the eastbound lane at the interchange of interstates I-26 and I-126. The first accident happened when a tractor-trailer collided into a car while changing lanes. The second accident happened when two cars collided as a result of the slow-down from the first accident. These… Read More
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department and the South Carolina Highway Patrol have teamed up for a new campaign to educate South Carolina Drivers on the proper actions to take when encountering emergency vehicles while on the road. At the we want to help spread the word about this new campaign in order to increase safety… Read More
A concept that was once limited to futuristic sci-fi movies is now a reality- a car that can drive itself. Recently, there has been a lot of news coverage about how driverless cars will soon be ready to enter the market and our roadways. Car companies like BMW, Mercedes Benz, and Toyota are just a… Read More
With the warm weather and long summer days ahead, you can bet that a lot of motorcycles will be hitting the road in the coming moths. Whether you are headed to the beach, up-to the mountains, or just taking a cruse around town, check out these motorcycle safety tips to ensure your ride is as safe… Read More
On May 25, 2014, during Memorial Day weekend, a significant motor vehicle accident occurred on I-20 near the Richland and Kershaw county lines. This accident is currently under investigation by the South Carolina Highway Parol, and the cause of the crash has not been released. The crash caused both westbound and eastbound lanes of I-20… Read More
South Carolina is the third deadliest state in the nation when it comes to drunk driving deaths, according to a study by 24-7 Wall Street. The study shows that nearly 360 people were killed by drunk drivers in the state in 2012. South Carolina also ranked 20th in the country for DUI arrests, at 17,906… Read More
On May 12, 2014, a new study titled, “Pregnancy and the risk of a traffic crash” by the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) suggests that pregnant women, especially in their second trimester, may be at a greater risk for being involved in auto accidents. Pregnant drivers should be aware of their increased risks, and use… Read More
May 15, 2014 — Orangeburg, SC On Thursday morning, May 15, 2014, three people were killed in a single vehicle truck accident on I-26 in Orangburg County, South Carolina. The accident occurred when the 18 wheeler drove off the Interstate and into an embankment colliding into the multiple trees. The accident is under investigation and… Read More
A two-vehicle accident on Wednesday, April 23 in Richland County resulted in one fatality. County Coroner, Gary Watts said that Cory Groover, 31, died on Sunday, April 27 after sustaining injuries related to the Wednesday morning accident. Reports said the accident happened around 6:00 a.m. when a dump truck turned over traffic and into Groover’s… Read More
The logging business is a big industry in South Carolina. Forests cover two-thirds of the total land area in South Carolina. Timber is South Carolina’s most valued crop. Statistics from the S.C. Department of Agriculture reveal that South Carolina’s forestry industry generates $17 billion annually to the state’s economy, employing over 90,624 individuals. Everyday log… Read More
