Miranda Parnell

Columbia, SC

Recent Articles by Miranda

Some South Carolinians still waiting for unemployment benefits during coronavirus pandemic

As hundreds of thousands of South Carolinians have filed for unemployment due to COVID-19, some are still waiting for the cash to come in. One man who has been waiting for two months, but says he hasn't seen a dime.

Miranda Parnell

Published May 18, 2020 at 11:18 PM

‘He was strong’: Mother mourns 7-year-old killed in shooting as community gathers for vigil

The community came together to remember a little boy who loved cars, Peppa Pig and video games.

Miranda Parnell

Published May 3, 2020 at 10:25 AM

S.C. group calls for volunteers to grocery shop for neighbors at high risk for COVID-19

As COVID-19 continues to spread across South Carolina, one group is looking out for those who are most vulnerable to the virus.

Miranda Parnell

Published April 18, 2020 at 5:06 AM

Where’s 10-yr-old Amirah Watson? Police issue warrant for mother’s arrest

On January 31st, Mansoor Watson dropped his 10-year-old daughter Amirah Watson off with her mother for a weekend visit. He hasn’t seen his daughter since.

Miranda Parnell

Published February 17, 2020 at 11:43 PM

‘We’ve got to find her’: Faye Swetlik’s grandmother just wants her home

As the search continues for missing 6-year-old Faye Swetlik, community members in Cayce are turning to prayer.

Miranda Parnell

Published February 12, 2020 at 9:41 AM

Comedian Dave Chappelle makes campaign calls ahead of show benefiting Yang

Comedian Dave Chappelle was in Columbia on Jan. 29 for a comedy show, but before his performance a few people received surprise campaign calls from the superstar.

Miranda Parnell

Published February 1, 2020 at 10:23 AM

WIS reporter donates bone marrow to 2-year-old with rare blood disorder

You see her on TV reporting on the big stories every day, but tonight she’s actually part of the story.

Miranda Parnell and Judi Gatson

Published December 4, 2019 at 8:55 PM

First widespread usage of new SC voting machines to be used in Tuesday elections

Tuesday at the polls, voters will be using brand new machines. They are a part of the state’s $51 million polling system upgrade.

Miranda Parnell

Published November 5, 2019 at 5:36 AM

Inside the Landfill: The search for Nevaeh Adams

Around 400 people were in some way a part of the landfill search process that helped crews find Nevaeh’s remains on Oct. 18.

Miranda Parnell

Published October 24, 2019 at 6:49 AM

Police: Evidence suggests missing 5-year-old Nevaeh Adams is dead, suspect charged with murder

Police in Sumter said they have new information to share in the case of Sharee Bradley and Nevaeh Adams.

Laurel Mallory and Miranda Parnell

Published August 26, 2019 at 11:53 PM

’Can’t be a punk and play football’: SC women’s tackle football league scouts new players

The South Carolina Smash tackle football team is hoping to catch some new players before next season. You’ll just need to make sure you can take a hit.

Miranda Parnell

Published July 6, 2019 at 10:14 AM

3-year-old boy in ‘stable but critical condition’ after tree falls onto Sumter home Friday

A child has been injured after a tree fell onto a home in Sumter County.

WIS News 10 Staff, Jenna Cisneros and Miranda Parnell

Published April 20, 2019 at 6:27 PM

’God was with me’: Lexington woman grateful after tornado narrowly misses her home

As that tornado ripped through Lexington County, residents took shelter inside their homes and hoped for the best. One woman on Muddy Springs Road in Lexington County believes that she only made it out okay by the grace of God.

Miranda Parnell

Published March 4, 2019 at 9:54 PM

GRAPHIC: SC veterinarian clinic saves dog shot in the face with an arrow

Paws and Claws Animal Clinic in Columbia are currently taking care of Loca, who is now recovering after the arrow was surgically removed from her body Tuesday night.