South Carolina officers search Lake Murray for missing boater after finding an empty, running boat.

Lake lovers around the neighborhood breathed a collective sigh of relief. For many, the threatened closure led to an appreciation for the park, a reflection on exactly why Lake Murray is so important.

At Lake Murray, there is usually a line of cars, chairs, and families all around the perimeter to see the show above the water.

The Lake Fire burning near Victorville stalled overnight, though Cal Fire predicts weather will make fighting the blaze tougher in the coming days.

The Lake Fire burning near Victorville stalled overnight, though Cal Fire predicts weather will make fighting the blaze tougher in the coming days.

A lightning strike at a South Carolina lake has left 20 people injured including 12 children, according to officials.

Eighteen people, including 6 adults and 12 children, were injured by a lightning to the water at Lake Murray's beachside and transported to local hospitals.

South Carolina’s Lake Murray is gaining Pine Island State Park, a new spot for swimming, picnics, and dock access. What other plans are there for the lake?