Richland One teachers and staff kick off new school year ahead of students’ 1st day back
A brand new school year for students across Richland One is only a week away.
Author: Lee Williams
Local agencies train for times of civil unrest and potentially violent gatherings
Wednesday afternoon, local agencies participated in training exercises that are used during times of civil unrest and potentially violent mass gatherings.
Local expert discusses required vaccinations for students as new school year arrives
As parents and students check off their lists of needed school supplies, the SC Department of Public Health has also announced a list of vaccination requirements that went into effect on July 1st for certain grade levels.
4th detainee in a month dies at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, at least 3 drug related
On Sunday, another detainee at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center died — becoming the fourth death in the month of July.
Verizon to hold backpack giveaway at multiple Columbia locations
On Sunday, June 28th, a handful of Verizon stores across the Columbia area will be giving away free backpacks.
‘Gen Z feels the Kamalove’: Youth-led progressive groups hope Harris will energize young voters
In the days since President Joe Biden exited the presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, Gen Z voters jumped to social media to share coconut tree and “brat summer” memes — reflecting a stark shift in tone for a generation that’s voiced feeling left behind by the Democratic Party.
2 deaths in 2 days — investigations underway after drug overdoses at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
Two deaths have occurred in just the past two days inside the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
Local doctors with Prisma Health offer back-to-school tips for students
Doctors with Prisma Health are offering tips for families as children and teens gear up to start a new grade.
Chairs of SC’s Democratic and Republican Parties react to Biden’s exit
Local leaders within South Carolina’s Democratic and Republican Parties are reacting to President Biden’s decision to exit the race.
After 7 year hiatus, free concert series “Five After Five” returning to Five Points
Beginning July 18th, the patio across from the famous fountain in Five Points will be decked out for “Five After Five,” a free concert series that’s back after a seven year hiatus.
