Officials stress the importance of being ready ahead of Hurricane Preparedness Week in SC
Hurricane Season is just days away and if you haven’t prepared already, officials say now is the time.
Author: Mike Olson
SCDOT pauses lane closures on interstate for Memorial Day weekend
If you’re hitting the roads this weekend for the Memorial Day holiday, the Department of Transportation says nothing besides gas prices should hold you back. There will not be any lane closures on interstate highways, unless for emergency circumstances.
Where gas prices stand heading into Memorial Day weekend travel
Americans will be paying about $1.50 more per gallon of gas, the highest they have ever been on Memorial Day weekend.
Columbia man pleads guilty to firearm charge following incident in February 2020
According to the Department of Justice, a Columbia man pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Teen previously arrested on gun charge at Columbiana Mall found with loaded gun at DJJ facility
A statement from Director Hendrick today says staff were notified of a teen possibly armed with a loaded gun at the facility, after the 13-year-old had already been patted down, showered and changed into facility clothes. Staff immediately responded and took the weapon.
Special Olympics torch makes stop at the State House on its way to Orlando
The Special Olympics torch was lit in Chicago and traveled to Connecticut, down the east coast and made a stop here in South Carolina on the way.
Law enforcement asking for blood donations during the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Time to roll up your sleeves! You can join local law enforcement and firefighters give the gift of life in the “Battle of the Badges Blood Drive” tomorrow.
RCSD investigating after gun found in 7-year-old’s backpack
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department say a gun was found in the backpack of an elementary school student in Northeast Columbia.
Local Living: Sumter Iris Festival this weekend, Columbia Animal Services celebrating Hug your Cat Day with an adoption special and more!
Local Living: Sumter Iris Festival this weekend, Columbia Animal Services celebrating Hug your Cat Day with an adoption special and more!
Sumter PD investigating after a body was found near a vacant house
The Sumter Police Department says officers are investigating after the body of a man who had been shot was found near a vacant house on South Sumter Street.
