Merrick Garland expected to be confirmed as next attorney general
Merrick Garland is expected to be confirmed as the next attorney general, with bipartisan support. President Biden’s nominee had the first day of his confirmation hearing on Monday.
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Lawmakers begin hearings on the attack of the U.S. Capitol
It’s been more than a month and a half since the deadly attack on the U.S. Capitol. Now, lawmakers are holding hearings on what happened. Leaders are holding a public hearing for a joint investigation by two Senate committees.
Prisma Health offering second vaccine doses at two Midlands locations this week
Prisma Health is allowing only second doses of the coronavirus vaccine at two locations this week. Gamecock Park will offer second doses only from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through Saturday. The Baptist Hospital on Sumter Street through Friday, from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
House to vote on President Biden’s COVID relief bill
President Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill will go before the full House for a vote. The House Budget Committee voted to advance the legislation Monday.
RCSD: Man charged with attempted murder after firing gun at apartment building
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they arrested a man for firing a gun at an apartment building on South Beltline Boulevard.
Sumter PD: Columbia man arrested in connection with several vehicle break-ins
The Sumter Police Department says they arrested a man in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins on Sunday.
U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina announces resignation
In a statement released Tuesday, United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina Peter M. McCoy Jr. announced that he is resigning. McCoy says his resignation will be effective at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, February 28.
Historic African American cemetery in Irmo re-dedicated following renovation
A newly-renovated historic African American cemetery has been re-dedicated. The Upper Pine Grove Cemetery had become overgrown with vegetation, and officials say was once a popular late night gathering place for kids. The Harbison Community Association cleaned the cemetery up.
“Carolina Wings” wins best traditional Chili at the annual Lexington County Chili Cook-Off
It was a beautiful day for chili and sunshine at the seventh annual Lexington County Chili Cook-Off Sunday. The Icehouse Amphitheater was filled with delicious food and live music, as locals teamed up to show off their best chili recipes.
Employers looking to hire individuals for nearly 3,000 positions at the “Honoring our Veterans Virtual Job Fair”
If you’re looking for a new job, there are nearly 3,000 positions available at the “Honoring our Veteran’s Virtual Job Fair.”
