West Columbia secures $288,000 grant to pave the way for safer streets
The City of West Columbia has been awarded a $288,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program.
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Irmo officer injured after attempting to rescue man in apartment fire
One person is dead and an Irmo police officer was injured after an apartment fire, said the Irmo Police Department.
Lexington County coroner identifies person killed in Irmo apartment fire
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the name of the person who died in a Irmo apartment fire, said the coroner's office.
Lexington County coroner identifies man hit during police pursuit
The Lexington County coroner has identified the person who died after a police pursuit in the Cayce area of Lexington County, said the coroner's office.
West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater reopen after closure
All portions of the West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater are now open after being temporarily closed, according to the City of West Columbia website.
Missing West Columbia 15-year-old found safe
The West Columbia Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a 15-year-old boy.
Gilbert home destroyed in Friday morning fire, Lexington County firefighters say
The Lexington County Fire Service says a home is destroyed after a Friday morning fire.
Lexington County deputies warns of phone scam
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is warning residents about a phone scam where someone is pretending to be a deputy, said the sheriff's office.
Lexington County deputies searching for man accused of indecent exposure at store
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is searching for a man accused of indecent exposure at a Dollar General.
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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.
Lexington County new fireworks ordinance
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department posted on social media about the county's new fireworks ordinance that will effect the area.
Lexington Co. woman accused of drugging man so she could cheat
According to an incident report, a Lexington County deputy states the victim called authorities after he found text messages between Mariah Turner and her sister where she detailed her alleged activities which included putting drugs in his drinks when he gets home from work.
Locations to recycle your Christmas trees
One Midlands holiday tradition is coming to an end this year.
Coroner identifies man dead after early morning Christmas Eve collision
One person is dead after an early morning two-vehicle collision in Lexington County on Christmas Eve, 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.
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SCDMV warns residents of scammers during holiday season
With the holidays approaching, the Department of Motor Vehicles is warning people to be on the lookout for scam artists.
Irmo High football coach recognized as the Carolina Panthers High School Football Coach of the Week
A School District Five football coach has been recognized as the Carolina Panthers High School Football Coach of the Week.
Lexington Police: Man accused of stealing from shoe store identified
The man accused of stealing shoes from Rack Room Shoes on Sunset Blvd has been identified said, the Lexington Police Department.
Lexington police searching for individuals accused of gas station hit-and-run
The Lexington Police Department is searching for individuals officers say were involved in a hit-and-run at a QuikTrip on South Lake Drive.
1 dead after West Columbia two-vehicle collision
One person was pronounced dead after a two-vehicle collision on Wednesday evening, said the West Columbia Police Department.
Columbia man sentenced to federal prison for drug and firearm charges
A Columbia man was sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison after pleading guilty, said the Department of Justice.
Lexington man arrested on charges connected to sexual exploitation of minors
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is announcing the arrest of a Lexington man in connection with sexual exploitation of minors charges.
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DHEC reminding people about overdose safety kits availability at state health departments
As the holiday season continues Health officials are reminding residents of overdose safety kits available at health departments across the state.
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Highway fatalities in the Palmetto state go down
For a second straight year highway fatalities in the Palmetto state have gone down.
Former Lexington County deputy accused of Tuesday night hit-and-run
A former Lexington County deputy is accused of driving under the influence and a hit-and-run on Tuesday night, says the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
