1.9 magnitude earthquake hits Kershaw County
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has confirmed Elgin was hit with another earthquake.
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Jury finds Kershaw County man guilty in 2020 murder case
A Kershaw County jury has found a man guilty of a January 15, 2020 murder, says the Fifth Circuit Solicitor Office.
Midlands man arrested in connection with sexual exploitation of minors
A Kershaw County man was arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of minors, said the AG's office.
SC Rural Summit highlights needs of struggling counties
Initiatives such as the Main Street Program or opportunity zones can help rural communities, but Nance says strong local leadership is necessary as well.
Community raises money to send missing woman found dead home to her family
The community came together for a special yard sale to help the family of a woman who remains were found after she was last seen 13 years ago.
Kershaw deputies arrest man accused of drug, gun charges
The Drug Unit for the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office has nabbed a suspected officials say was found in possession of various illegal drugs and guns
Camden police asking for public's help finding teen
The Camden Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing teen last seen at the Kershaw County DSS office, say police.
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SCDOR: 10 common mistakes to avoid on your SC income tax return
Now that tax season is here the South Carolina Department of Revenue is giving tips to residents so they can avoid making mistakes on their tax returns.
Midlands owner accused of evading thousands in taxes
The Department of Revenue says a Midlands restaurant owner is accused of evading more than $238 thousand in taxes.
Man arrested following 3-hour standoff with deputies in Kershaw County
A man was arrested after a 3-hour standoff with deputies at a home in Kershaw County, said KCSO.
Kershaw County deputies actively search for the homeless as temps dip
While various Counties, and City leaders are opening warming shelters throughout the area, the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is going a step further.
Kershaw County hosts MLK Unity Day Celebration
Just ahead of the national holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Junior, Kershaw County will host a celebration for members of the public this weekend.
Man charged with murder found dead in jail cell
A man who was charged with murder was found dead in his jail cell shortly before midnight on Thursday night, says the Solicitor’s Office.
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Bon Appetit! South Carolina Restaurant Week underway
From casual settings, to fine dining experiences, participating restaurants will feature new dishes as well as fan favorites.
Camden Police asking for public's help finding missing 16-year-old
The Camden Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing 16-year-old, says the department.
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IRS to start accepting 2023 tax returns on January 29
The IRS says they'll accept your tax return starting on January 29th.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
E-Learning schedules & closings due to possible severe weather
Due to possible severe weather for Tuesday, January 9, 2024, multiple school districts in the Midlands will be going to an eLearning day & multiple businesses will close.
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Governor McMaster unveils proposed budget for this fiscal year
With lawmakers set to return to the State House next week Governor Henry McMaster released his proposed budget for this fiscal year.
Deputies: Missing Camden woman with Alzheimer's found dead
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says 91-year-old Dorothy Adamson was found dead near her home around 4 p.m.
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South Carolina achieves second-highest industry recruitment in 2023
The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) has released its 2023 industry recruitment results.
Kershaw County deputies investigating morning shooting, man shot in leg
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating a morning shooting after a man was shot in the leg, say deputies.
Suspect caught uninjured after high-speed deputy pursuit ends in crash
A deputy pursuit in Kershaw County ends with person's car damaged, said the KCSO.
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SCDPS announces increase of law enforcement for New Year holiday travel
Starting on December 29-January 1 motorist across South Carolina will see additional enforcement on the road, said the SC Department of Public Safety.
Kershaw County coroner releases name of man who died on highway
Kershaw County Coroner David West has released the name of the individual killed in a vehicle incident on Kershaw Highway, said the coroner's office.
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South Carolina unemployment rate increased slightly in November
South Carolina’s unemployment rate increased slightly from October to November.
