Richland News
New health care facility serving Columbia College and surrounding community, now open
A new health center is now open in the Midlands. Columbia Community Family Practice will provide primary and preventative services to students of Columbia College and the surrounding community. They will also provide mental health counseling.
You can rent gardening equipment with your Richland Library card!
Spring officially begins Saturday, and if you're looking to enhance your garden, the Richland Library may be able to help! They've added new equipment to the library of gardening equipment that will help both experts and newcomers get the most out of the growing season.
SCHP: Man arrested for leaving the scene of a fatal collision in Blythewood
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one man is arrested for leaving the scene of a fatal collision in Blythewood on Thursday.
RCSD: Additional arrest made in Capital City Cycles shooting
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, an additional arrest has been made in connection with the shooting at Capital City Cycles on March 11.
Richland County Sheriff's Deputy injured during training accident
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a sheriff's deputy was injured after she accidentally fired her gun during a training exercise Thursday.
CPD: Berkeley County couple charged after their child overdoses on Fentanyl
The Columbia Police Department says a couple from Berkeley County has been arrested after their child overdosed on fentanyl. Police say the child ingested the drugs at a hotel in downtown Columbia on the 900 block of Washington Street.
City of Columbia hosting workshop that can help you save on your electric bill
Looking for ways to save on your electric bill? The City of Columbia has a virtual workshop that can help you. The "Energy 101: Keeping the Lights On" workshop starts Thursday at 6 p.m. on the City of Columbia's YouTube page.
Columbia woman sentenced to over 15 years in prison for enticing a minor to engage in sexual activity
According to acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a Columbia woman was sentenced to over 15 years in prison after she pleaded guilty to enticing a minor to engage in sexual activity.
City of Columbia to re-open parks and amenities May 3
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced it will re-open parks and amenities on May 3. That includes community centers, neighborhood centers and the Drew Wellness Center.
Midlands attorney arrested, charged with lewd acts upon a minor
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, a Midlands attorney was arrested and charged with lewd acts upon a minor. At approximately 7:40 a.m. Thursday, deputies say they executed a search warrant and brought 61-year-old Harry Gregory into custody without incident.
City of Columbia urges drivers to avoid flood prone streets
Due to potential severe weather, the City of Columbia is advising drivers to avoid flood prone streets today.
Prisma: Gamecock Park vaccination site closed Thursday due to severe weather
Officials with Prisma Health say their COVID-19 vaccination site at Gamecock Park will be closed Thursday due to expected severe weather.
Deadline approaching to apply for Richland Two's 4K child development program
The deadline to apply for Richland Two's 4K child development program is coming up. You must apply by Friday, March 26. The program offers free classes to 4K students who qualify.
Several Midlands schools shifting to virtual learning Thursday, due to expected severe weather
Several school districts in the Midlands announced that they will be conducted learning online Thursday. The move comes after reports of severe weather expected in the area.
Help the Ronald McDonald House in Columbia by purchasing a Shamrock Shake!
You can buy some special St. Patrick's Day treats at McDonald's to help the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Columbia. When you buy a Shamrock Shake or an Oreo Shamrock McFlurry, McDonald's will donate 25 cents of your purchase to the charity.
Prisma Health closing Baptist Hospital vaccination site next week, appointments moved to Gamecock Park
On March 22, Prisma Health says it will close the vaccination site at the Baptist Hospital on Sumter Street, and all appointments scheduled there will be moved to the Gamecock Park location.
Tyson Foods reestablishing operations in Richland County, creating 330 jobs
Tyson Foods announced plans to reestablish operations in Richland County. The company says it will invest $55 million dollars over the next three to five years, creating 330 jobs.
City of Columbia extends mask ordinance 60 days
During a meeting Tuesday afternoon, the Columbia City Council announced an extension of the city's mask ordinance.
Ronald McDonald House of Columbia hosting Royal Rumble charity bike ride May 1
Book your calendars for a good cause. The Ronald McDonald House of Columbia is hosting a Royal Rumble charity bike ride. The ride will take place Saturday, May 1 in the Lake Murray area from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Richland County Coroner identifies victim from E-Z Spot shooting on Monday night
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the identity of a man who was shot and killed at the E-Z Spot convenience store on Farrow Road Monday evening.
UPDATE: Two arrested after a man was shot and killed at a Farrow Road convenience store
The Columbia Police Department has arrested two suspects in connection to a shooting that has claimed the life of one man.
RCSD: One dead, two arrested after rival gangs clash at Capital City Cycles
The Richland County Sheriff's Department held a press conference Monday to provide an update on the deadly shooting that occurred last week at Capital City Cycles.
