Columbia residents voice opinion about Russian invasion of Ukraine
“I didn’t know when I came home and my wife was crying about it,” said Vasyl Babych, a Ukrainian native who has lived in Columbia for the past 14 years.
Author: Alex Tejada
HOLLY HILL MURDERS: Victims’ families react to guilty verdict for suspects
The three suspects were involved in a drug related shooting that killed 14-year-old Tamara Perry, 17-year-old Shamekia Sanders, 28-year-old Krystal Hutto and 50-year-old Jerome Butler.
JAMAL SUTHERLAND: Family of late Charleston man visit statehouse asking for legislative change
The officers involved in Jamal’s death were fired, but one state senator believes an excessive force bill is needed in the state.
Newberry College breaks ground on new nursing facility
Once nursing students have a building of their own, Newberry College staff believes it will attract more people to the program.
Hall of Horrors serves up February frights
As much preparation goes into the set, McClendon says the real scares come from the volunteers who run it.
DHEC optimistic about COVID-19 trends but continues to encourage vaccination and testing
“This is one of the steps towards this becoming more of an endemic response to COVID-19,” said Traxler.
City of Columbia releases customer response action plan to improve services
In addition to a shortage of staff and increased volume of calls, the water division is also dealing with aging infrastructure.
CRITICAL RACE THEORY: SC House committee hears from both sides of the controversial issue
Part of the five new bills to be discussed by state lawmakers address making sure critical race theory is not taught in schools.
BLAZING A TRAIL: African-American Army leaders celebrate Black History Month at Shaw Air Force Base
Those who are in positions of leadership thank those that came before them who pioneered the way for African-Americans in the military.
LAST MINUTE SHOPPING: Columbia florist welcomes customers during busy Valentine’s Day season
“You’re thrown into a whirlwind every Valentine’s Day. This one threw us into a different one,” said Allison Ellis, Forget Me Not Florist manager.
