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Midlands man charged with fentanyl-induced homicide

Feb 27, 2026 4:36 PM EST

A Midlands man has been charged with a fentanyl-induced homicide.

Fairfield Co. Coroner identifies person who died after multi-vehicle collision

Feb 23, 2026 1:42 PM EST

The Fairfield County Coroner’s Office has identified the person who died after multi-vehicle collision on Friday, said the coroner's office.

Blythewood area traffic being diverted after traffic collision

Feb 20, 2026 1:38 PM EST

Deputies are advising drivers of a traffic collision that happened on US-21 at the Fairfield and Richland County line.

3 arrested after multi-agency drug investigation

Feb 10, 2026 4:23 PM EST

Deputies with the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office say they participated in a multi-agency drug investigation that led to three arrests.

LIST: School closures, changes around the Midlands

Feb 2, 2026 1:45 PM EST

Schools in the Midlands are beginning to change their schedules are forecasters announce the possibility of snow impacting parts of the Palmetto State.

South Carolina Department of Public Health

SCDPH opens medical equipment power shelter ahead of winter storm

Jan 31, 2026 8:58 AM EST

Officials say a Medical Equipment Power Shelter is an emergency shelter with limited support for people who require backup power for medical reasons.

Fairfield Co. deputies arrest man on drug charges

Jan 30, 2026 5:54 PM EST

Fairfield County deputies have arrested a man on several drug charges.

SCEMD activates winter weather hotline

Jan 25, 2026 11:01 AM EST

Officials with SCEMD say anyone with questions about the winter weather response can call 1-866-246-0133

Sc Gov. Mcmaster Briefs Public Prior To Weather Event

SC Moves to OPCON 1 ahead of winter weather

Jan 24, 2026 5:57 PM EST

It’s important for all of us to have emergency plans in place. The window to be ready for winter weather is closing fast,” said South Carolina Emergency Management Director Kim Stenson.

Churches, businesses, government offices announce closures on Sunday, Monday

Jan 24, 2026 5:26 PM EST

Winter weather impacts the Midlands

Governor Henry McMaster (Left), Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette (right)

Governor's request for federal emergency aid approved

Jan 24, 2026 12:15 PM EST

According to the Governor's Office, an emergency declaration request is available when a hazard event is imminent and federal assistance may be needed.

Drone helps Fairfield County deputies find missing man

Jan 23, 2026 2:40 PM EST

Deputies in Fairfield County say a drone helped them find a missing elderly man earlier this week.

Fairfield County School District releases statement after middle school placed on hold

Jan 21, 2026 2:52 PM EST

Fairfield County School District has released a statement after a middle school was placed on hold today, say district officials

Fairfield Co. Coroner’s Office identifies person found in Lake Monticello

Jan 20, 2026 12:31 PM EST

The Fairfield County Coroner’s Office has identified a person found in the water over the weekend, said officials.

Man accused of shooting after argument with girlfriend, Fairfield Co. deputies say

Jan 14, 2026 4:42 PM EST

Fairfield County deputies say a man in custody is accused of attempted murder.

Family of murdered man offers information connection to case

Jan 13, 2026 5:37 PM EST

The family of a man murdered in 2024 is offering a $5,000 reward to help solve his case.

FCSO: Owner of an Upstate boutique facing charges

Jan 2, 2026 4:48 PM EST

Deputies in Fairfield County say the owner of an Upstate boutique is facing charges in the Midlands.

Fairfield Co. Coroner releases name of person dead after fatal December collision

Dec 29, 2025 12:14 PM EST

Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill has released the name of the person involved in a fatal December collision, says the coroner's office.

New trail enhancement to officially open in Fairfield County

Dec 23, 2025 6:24 PM EST

South Carolina is known for its many beautiful places including the Palmetto Trail.

Fairfield County deputies arrest teen-accused of killing another teen

Dec 15, 2025 11:46 AM EST

Fairfield County deputies have arrested a teen-accused of killing another teen.

Fairfield County deputies asking for public help locating 62-year-old

Dec 5, 2025 11:04 AM EST

Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a 62-year-old who was reported missing by a family member.

Person arrested in connection with Fairfield County shooting incident

Nov 26, 2025 3:46 PM EST

Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office along with the Winnsboro Department of Public Safety is investigating a shooting incident that happened over the weekend, say deputies.